Antsambalahy

Antsambalahy is a commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in northern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Antalaha, which is a part of Sava Region. According to 2001 census the population of Antsambalahy was 11,284.[2]

Antsambalahy
Antsambalahy
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 14°43′S 49°55′E
Country Madagascar
RegionSava
DistrictAntalaha
Elevation236 m (774 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total11,284
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Only primary schooling is available in town. The majority 99.9% of the population are farmers. The most important crop is vanilla, while other important products are coffee and rice. Services provide employment for 0.1% of the population.[2]

References and notes

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-15.


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