Fahizay Ambatolahimasina
Fahizay Ambatolahimasina | |
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Fahizay Ambatolahimasina Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 20°30′S 47°21′E / 20.500°S 47.350°E | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Amoron'i Mania |
District | Ambositra |
Elevation[1] | 1,382 m (4,534 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 6,000 |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Fahizay Ambatolahimasina is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambositra, which is a part of Amoron'i Mania Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 6,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 80% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and cassava, while other important agricultural products are sweet potatoes and potatoes. Services provide employment for 20% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-13.
Coordinates: 20°30′S 47°21′E / 20.500°S 47.350°E
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