Ampasimena
Ampasimena is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Taolanaro, which is a part of Anosy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 20,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Ampasimena | |
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Ampasimena Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 24°22′S 47°10′E | |
Country | |
Region | Anosy |
District | Taolanaro |
Elevation | 31 m (102 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 20,000 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 95% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 4% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are cassava and coffee; also rice is an important agricultural product. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-04.
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