Antanimasaka, Ambatolampy
For other places with the same name, see Antanimasaka.
| Antanimasaka | |
|---|---|
  Antanimasaka Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 19°24′S 47°34′E / 19.400°S 47.567°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Vakinankaratra |
| District | Ambatolampy |
| Elevation[1] | 1,594 m (5,230 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 5,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Antanimasaka is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambatolampy, which is a part of Vakinankaratra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 5,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 98% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 1% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are sweet potatoes and potatoes. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Archived from the original on 5 July 2008. Retrieved 2008-06-05.
Coordinates: 19°24′S 47°34′E / 19.400°S 47.567°E
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