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Nosy Ambositra
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Country | Madagascar |
Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
District | Morombe |
Elevation[1] | 65 m (213 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 7,000 |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Nosy Ambositra is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Morombe, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 7,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Nosy Ambositra is served by a local airport. Only primary schooling is available. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 5% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is lima beans, while other important products are cassava, sweet potatoes and rice. Services provide employment for 1% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 4% of the population.[2]
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