Ambatomanjaka
Ambatomanjaka is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Miarinarivo, which is a part of Itasy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 15,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Ambatomanjaka | |
|---|---|
  Ambatomanjaka Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 18°53′S 46°52′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Itasy |
| District | Miarinarivo |
| Elevation | 1,351 m (4,432 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 15,000 |
| • Ethnicities | Merina |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
| Climate | Cwb |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 85% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize and cassava. Services provide employment for 15% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-04-23.
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