Ampitatafika, Antanifotsy
Ampitatafika is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Antanifotsy, which is a part of Vakinankaratra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 32,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Ampitatafika | |
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Ampitatafika Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 19°34′S 47°21′E | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Vakinankaratra |
District | Antanifotsy |
Elevation | 1,576 m (5,171 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 32,000 |
• Ethnicities | Merina |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 95% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans, maize and potatoes. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-04-22.
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