Saromaona
Place in Ambatosoa, Madagascar
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Saromaona is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Ambatosoa, Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Mananara Nord. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 5,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Saromaona | |
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  Saromaona Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 16°9′S 49°19′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Ambatosoa |
| District | Mananara Nord |
| Elevation | 669 m (2,195 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 5,000 |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 97% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and cloves, while other important agricultural products are coffee and vanilla. Services provide employment for 3% of the population.[2]
