Ambondromisotra
Ambondromisotra is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambatofinandrahana, which is a part of Amoron'i Mania Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 17,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Ambondromisotra | |
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  Ambondromisotra Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 20°20′S 46°55′E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Amoron'i Mania |
| District | Ambatofinandrahana |
| Elevation | 1,069 m (3,507 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 17,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 99.5% of the population of the commune are farmers. The area surrounding Ambondromisotra is an important rice growing center—the town itself sits in the middle of a vast array of rice paddies. Other important agricultural products are beans, peanuts and cassava. Services provide employment for 0.5% of the population.[2]
The town and surrounding villages have hosted U.S. Peace Corps volunteers over the years, working in the health and environment sectors.
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-11.
