Alakamisy Ambohimaha
Place in Haute Matsiatra, Madagascar
21°19′S 47°13′E / 21.317°S 47.217°E / -21.317; 47.217
Madagascar (2001)[2]
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Alakamisy Ambohimaha is a rural commune in the Central Highlands of Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Fianarantsoa II, which is a part of Haute Matsiatra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 22,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 2% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are rice and grapes, while other important agricultural products are beans, sweet potatoes and potatoes. Services provide employment for 8% of the population.[2]
Roads
It is situated on the National road 7, 25 km north of Fianarantsoa.
References
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-01.
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Capital: Fianarantsoa
Total: 7 districts; 84 communes
21°19′S 47°13′E / 21.317°S 47.217°E / -21.317; 47.217
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