Alakamisy Ambohimaha

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]

Alakamisy Ambohimaha
Alakamisy Ambohimaha is located in Madagascar
Alakamisy Ambohimaha
Alakamisy Ambohimaha
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 21°19′S 47°13′E
Country Madagascar
RegionHaute Matsiatra
DistrictFianarantsoa II
Elevation
[1]
1,145 m (3,757 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
 • Total22,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)
Postal code
303
ClimateCwb
Alakamisy Ambohimaha

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
  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-01.

21°19′S 47°13′E


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