Isalo
Isalo | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates: 19°44′S 45°26′E / 19.733°S 45.433°E | |
| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Menabe |
| District | Miandrivazo |
| Area | |
| • Land | 340.71 km2 (131.55 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) |
| Population (209) | |
• Total | 12,930 |
| • Density | 38/km2 (100/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
| Postal code | 617 |
Isalo is a rural municipality in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Miandrivazo, which is a part of Menabe Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 12,930 in 2009.
Only Primary schooling is available. The majority 50% of the population of the commune are Farmers, while an additional 30% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is beans, while other important products are maize and rice. Services provide employment for 10% of the population. Additionally, fishing employs 10% of the population.