Bezaha

Bezaha is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in southwest Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Betioky, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 19,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Bezaha
Zebu cart near Bezaha
Bezaha
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 23°30′S 44°30′E
Country Madagascar
RegionAtsimo-Andrefana
DistrictBetioky
Elevation124 m (407 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total19,000
  Ethnicities
Mahafaly
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Bezaha is served by a local airport. In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The town provides access to hospital services to its citizens.[2]

Farming and raising livestock provide both employment for 45% of the working population. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans, cassava and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 10% of the population.[2]

Rivers

The commune is crossed by the Onilahy River.

References and notes

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-12.


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