Ampitana
| Ampitana | |
|---|---|
  Ampitana Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 21°8′S 47°13′E / 21.133°S 47.217°E | |
| Country |
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| Region | Haute Matsiatra |
| District | Ambohimahasoa |
| Elevation[1] | 1,189 m (3,901 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 10,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Ampitana is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambohimahasoa, which is a part of Haute Matsiatra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 95% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are peanuts, beans, cassava and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-01.
Coordinates: 21°8′S 47°13′E / 21.133°S 47.217°E
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