| Ambohimasina | |
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Ambohimasina
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| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Vakinankaratra |
| District | Betafo |
| Elevation[1] | 1,421 m (4,662 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 18,000 |
| • Ethnicities | Merina |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Ambohimasina is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Betafo, which is a part of Vakinankaratra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 18,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 85% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 15% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans and maize.[2]
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