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Ambatolaona

Coordinates: 18°56′S 47°54′E / 18.933°S 47.900°E / -18.933; 47.900
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Ambatolaona
Country Madagascar
RegionAnalamanga
DistrictManjakandriana
Elevation1,380 m (4,530 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
 • Total5,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Ambatolaona is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Manjakandriana, which is a part of Analamanga Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 5,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Only primary schooling is available. The majority 94.5% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and beans, while other important agricultural products are maize, sweet potatoes and potatoes. Industry and services provide employment for 0.5% and 5% of the population, respectively.[2]

References and notes

  1. ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Archived from the original on 5 July 2008. Retrieved 2008-06-03. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)

18°56′S 47°54′E / 18.933°S 47.900°E / -18.933; 47.900