Ampasikely is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambatondrazaka, which is a part of Alaotra-Mangoro Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 6,995 in 2012.
Ampasikely | |
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| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Alaotra-Mangoro |
| District | Ambatondrazaka |
| Elevation | 782 m (2,566 ft) |
| Population (2012)[2] | |
| • Total | 6,995 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
It had become a village (Fokontany) in 1975. It borders in the north to Ambohimandroso, in the south to Ambodifarihy, in the east to Ambatomainty and Mahakary and in the west to Ampandriatsara and Amparihimaina.
Economy edit
It is based on agriculture. 70% of its inhabitants plant rice.[3]
Ethnicities edit
- Merina - 60%
- Betsimisaraka - 20%
- Sihanaka - 15%
- Antandroy - 5%
Religion edit
85% are Christians, there are 4 churches in the town. 15% belong to traditional religion.
References and notes edit
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