| Amboavory | |
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Amboavory
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| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Alaotra-Mangoro |
| District | Amparafaravola |
| Elevation[1] | 790 m (2,592 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 23,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Amboavory is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Amparafaravola, which is a part of Alaotra-Mangoro Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 23,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are sugarcane and cassava. Industry and services provide both employment for 2% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 6% of the population.[2]