Bongolava Region | |
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Region | |
Location in Madagascar |
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Country | Madagascar |
Capital | Tsiroanomandidy |
Area | |
• Total | 16,688 km2 (6,443 sq mi) |
Population (2013) | |
• Total | 457,368 |
• Density | 27/km2 (71/sq mi) |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Bongolava is a region in central-western Madagascar. The capital of the region is Tsiroanomandidy. It had an estimated population of 457,368 in 2013.The head of the region is Jean Claude Rabarijaona.
The region is situated in central-western Madagascar. It is bordered by Betsiboka, Melaky, Menabe, Vakinankaratra, Itasy and Analamanga. The altitude ranges from 800 m (2,600 ft) to 1,500 m (4,900 ft).
Bongolava region is divided into two districts, which are sub-divided into 24 communes.
Coordinates: 18°46′12″S 46°03′00″E / 18.77000°S 46.05000°E