Tsaravary
Place in Vatovavy, Madagascar
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Tsaravary is a rural municipality in Madagascar.[3] It belongs to the district of Mananjary, which is a part of Vatovavy. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 27,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Tsaravary | |
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  Tsaravary Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 21°15′S 48°18′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Vatovavy |
| District | Mananjary |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 27,000 |
| • Ethnicities | Antambahoaka |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
| Postal code | 317 |
Geography
Tsaravary is situated at the Mananjary River, the National Road 25 and at 8km distance from Mananjary.[4]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 54% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are lychee, cassava and potatoes. Services provide employment for 1% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 45% of the population.[2]
