Fasintsara

Fasintsara is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ifanadiana, which is a part of the region of Vatovavy. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,377 in 2018.

Fasintsara
Fasintsara
Fasintsara
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 20°42′S 47°42′E
Country Madagascar
ProvinceFianarantsoa
RegionVatovavy
DistrictIfanadiana
Elevation678 m (2,224 ft)
Population
 (2018)
  Total10,377
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)
Madagascar
312

The town has a primary and (junior level) secondary education system. Majority (99%) of the population are farmers. The most important crop is rice; other notable products include beans and cassava. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]

References

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-03.


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