Itampolo
| Itampolo | |
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 Itampolo
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| Coordinates: 24°41′S 43°57′E / 24.683°S 43.950°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar
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| Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
| District | Ampanihy |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 32,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Itampolo is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in southwestern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ampanihy, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 32,000 in 2001 commune census.
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 60% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 20% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are cassava and peas, while other important agricultural products are maize and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 5% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 15% of the population.
Coordinates: 24°41′S 43°57′E / 24.683°S 43.950°E
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