Ambatomena, Manjakandriana
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Ambatomena | |
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  Ambatomena Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 18°47′S 47°46′E / 18.783°S 47.767°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Analamanga |
| District | Manjakandriana |
| Elevation | 1,434 m (4,705 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 8,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Ambatomena 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 8,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans, cassava and potatoes. Services provide employment for 10% of the population.[2]
