| Union of Comoros |
| Capital: |
Moroni |
Nationality: |
Comoran |
Population: |
737,284 |
| Currency: |
Comoran francs (KMF) |
Off. Lang: |
French/Arabic |
Area: |
2,235 sq km |
| Internet DM: |
km |
GDP: |
$816 mil. |
Life Exp: |
62.74 yrs |
| Literacy: |
56.5% |
Location: |
12 10 S, 44 15 E |
Calling Code: |
269 |
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Comoros is an island country in the Indian Ocean, off the southeast coast of Africa, located 12 10 S, 44 15 E. Comoros has an area of 2,235 sq km. Moroni is the capital. French and Arabic are official languages.
Demographic
Comoros has a population of 794,683, with a life expectancy of 64.2 years. Major ethnics include Antalote, Cafre, Makoa, Oimatsaha, and Sakalava. The island is 98% Sunni Muslim and 2% Roman Catholic. The country has a literacy rate of 56.5%, 63.6% for males and 49.3% for females.
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