Andabotoka is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in western Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Maintirano, which is a part of Melaky Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 5,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Andabotoka | |
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  Andabotoka Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 18°6′S 44°8′E / 18.100°S 44.133°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Melaky |
| District | Maintirano |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 5,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 85% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 13% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are wheat, maize and cassava. Services provide employment for 2% of the population.[2]
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18°6′S 44°8′E / 18.100°S 44.133°E