Ambanisarike
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Ambanisarike | |
|---|---|
  Ambanisarike Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 24°57′S 45°59′E / 24.950°S 45.983°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Androy |
| District | Ambovombe |
| Elevation | 147 m (482 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 8,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Ambanisarike is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambovombe, which is a part of Androy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 8,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 48% and 48% of the working population. The most important crops are sweet potatoes and maize, while other important agricultural products are cassava and cowpeas. Services provide employment for 4% of the population.[2]
References and notes
[edit]- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-02.
Capital: Ambovombe-Androy | ||
| Ambovombe (21) (604) |  | |
| Bekily (20) (607) | ||
| Beloha (8) (609) | ||
| Tsiombe (7) (621) | ||
| proposed Antanimora Sud (9) (604) | ||
4 districts; 56 communes | ||
24°57′S 45°59′E / 24.950°S 45.983°E
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