Rathafandhoo
Rathafandhoo (Dhivehi: ރަތަފަންދޫ) is one of the inhabited islands of Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives. The island is located at the South West of South Huvadhu Atoll.
History
According to the history of the Maldives, the islanders are famous for its handicrafts and making nets (kunaa) from local plant called Hau. Some islanders still do mat weaving work which is a famous souvenir for the tourists who visits Maldives.
Education
The main facility which offers the primary and secondary education in the island is the school namely Rathafandhoo School in the island. There are pre-schools which provide the pre-school education the children of the island. The data provided by island office shows that total of 154 students study in the Rathafandhoo School. Total of 21 teachers work in the school to provide education.
Health care
Health Centre provide the basic health needs to the islanders such as minor injuries, cuts and common cold and flu. If the serious health issue is there, islanders have to go to the nearest Regional hospital located in the atoll capital Thinadhoo, which will take about 45 minutes in a speed boat.