Betsiboka

Betsiboka is a region of Madagascar. It borders Boeny Region in north, Sofia in northeast, Alaotra-Mangoro in east, Analamanga and Bongolava in south and Melaky in west. The capital of the region is Maevatanana. Until 2009 Betsiboka belonged to Mahajanga Province. The population was 394,561 in 2018 within the area of 30025 km2. Betsiboka is one of the least densely populated regions in Madagascar.

Administrative divisions
Betsiboka Region is divided into three districts, which are sub-divided into 36 communes.


 * Kandreho District - 6 communes
 * Maevatanana District - 16 communes
 * Tsaratanana District - 10 communes

Airport

 * Tsaratanana Airport

Protected Area

 * The Kasijy Reserve is located in this region.