Ambositra Population 2026
Ambositra has a population of 43,504, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇲🇬 Madagascar, located in Amoron'i Mania. Roughly 0.1% of Madagascar's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Antananarivo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,504
Rank in Madagascar
#28
Coordinates
20.53°S, 47.24°E
~1,318 m elevation · Indian/Antananarivo
Distance to capital (Antananarivo)
182 km
113 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Amoron'i Mania
| City | Population | Rank in Madagascar |
|---|---|---|
| Ambatofinandrahana | 39,618 | #36 |
| Fandriana | 30,958 | #56 |
Cities near Ambositra
- Fandriana30,958 people · ~36 km away
- Ambatofinandrahana39,618 people · ~46 km away
- Soanindrariny21,000 people · ~70 km away
- Antsirabe260,907 people · ~77 km away
- Betafo36,364 people · ~88 km away
- Ifanadiana16,607 people · ~95 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ambositra?
Ambositra has a population of 43,504 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Madagascar.
What region is Ambositra in?
Ambositra is located in Amoron'i Mania, Madagascar.
Is Ambositra the capital of Madagascar?
No, the capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo, about 182 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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