| Ampasipotsy Gare | |
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Ampasipotsy Gare
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| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Alaotra-Mangoro |
| District | Moramanga |
| Elevation[1] | 964 m (3,163 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 7,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Ampasipotsy Gare is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Moramanga, which is a part of Alaotra-Mangoro Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 7,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. 70% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 1% receive their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are cassava and sweet potatos. Services provide employment for 29% of the population.[2]