| Ambato Ambarimay | |
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Ambato Ambarimay
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| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Boeny |
| District | Ambato-Boeni |
| Elevation[1] | 60 m (197 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 35,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Ambato Ambarimay is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambato-Boeni, which is a part of Boeny Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 35,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The town has a permanent court and hospital. The majority 65% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 10% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is peanuts, while other important products are cotton, rice and cowpeas. Services provide employment for 10% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 15% of the population.[2]
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