Area Code 2054 – Ambatondrazaka
The phone area code for Ambatondrazaka is 2054 (international format +2612054). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Ambatondrazaka
Geographic Overview
The area code 2054 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the region of Ambatondrazaka, located in the Alaotra-Mangoro region of eastern Madagascar. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Malagasy telecommunications regulatory authority (ARTEC) under the framework of ITU-T E.164. Ambatondrazaka is the capital of the Alaotra-Mangoro region and serves as a commercial and administrative hub for the surrounding agricultural areas, particularly known for rice production around Lake Alaotra.
Dialing Formats
To call a fixed-line subscriber in Ambatondrazaka, the complete international format is +261 2054 XXX XX, where +261 is the country calling code for Madagascar, 20 is the trunk prefix for fixed-line services, and 54 identifies the Ambatondrazaka exchange area. The national significant number (NSN) is 2054 XXX XX, which is 9 digits in length. When dialing domestically from another region in Madagascar, you must include the trunk prefix 0 before the NDC, resulting in 020 54 XXX XX. For international callers, the leading 0 is omitted, so the full dialing sequence is +261 20 54 XXX XX.
Local and International Calling Instructions
For local callers within Ambatondrazaka, it is common to dial only the subscriber number (XXX XX) if the call is within the same exchange, but for clarity and reliability, using the full national format is recommended. Foreign callers should always use the international format +261 2054 XXX XX from any phone, including mobile devices. When roaming, international visitors should ensure they have international dialing access enabled on their mobile plans.
Overlays and Numbering Considerations
Currently, there are no overlay codes in the Ambatondrazaka area, meaning the 2054 code is unique to this geographic region. However, as Madagascar continues to expand its fixed-line infrastructure, number portability and potential future overlays may be introduced. It is advisable to always store numbers in the full international format (+261 2054 XXX XX) to ensure compatibility with VoIP and mobile networks.
Usage and Services
This code is primarily used for fixed-line PSTN services, including residential and business lines. It is also used for some VoIP services that provide fixed-line numbers in the region. Calls to this number are typically charged at standard national or international rates, depending on the caller's location and service provider.