| Sofia Region | |
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| Region | |
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Location in Madagascar |
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| Country |
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| Capital | Antsohihy |
| Area | |
| • Total | 50,100 km2 (19,300 sq mi) |
| Population (2014) | |
| • Total | 1,280,847 |
| • Density | 26/km2 (66/sq mi) |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Sofia is a region in northern Madagascar. It is named for the Sofia River. The region covers 50,100 km² and had a population of 1,247,037 in 2013. The administrative capital is Antsohihy.
Sofia region is divided into seven districts, which are sub-divided into 108 communes.
Coordinates: 14°52′47″S 47°59′15″E / 14.87961°S 47.987518°E