Ambanjabe | |
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Ambanjabe
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Coordinates: | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Sofia |
District | Boriziny |
Elevation[1] | 43 m (141 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 8,000 |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Ambanjabe is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Boriziny, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 8,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 60% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 30% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is other peas, while other important products are cotton and rice. Services provide employment for 10% of the population.[2]