It belongs to the district of Toliara II, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region.

[2] In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels.

The majority 75% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 15% receives their livelihood from raising livestock.

The most important crops are cotton and cassava, while other important agricultural products are maize, sweet potatoes and rice.

[2] Ankililoaka is situated at 75 km North of Toliara on the National road 9.