Mapun, Province of Tawi-Tawi
| Type | municipality |
|---|---|
| Island group | Mindanao |
| Region | Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) |
| Province | Tawi-Tawi |
| Barangay count | 15 |
| Postal code | 7508 |
| Coastal/Landlocked | coastal |
| Marine waterbodies | Sulu Sea |
| Philippine major island(s) | Cagayan de Sulu |
| Area (2013) | 181.29 km2 (70.00 sq mi) |
| Population (2020) | 30,038 |
| Density (2020) | 166 / km2 (429 / sq mi) |
| Coordinates | 6° 59' North, 118° 31' East (6.9765, 118.5136) |
| Estimated elevation above sea level | 6.7 meters (22.0 feet) |
Mapun, formerly known as Cagayan de Tawi-Tawi, is a coastal municipality in the island province of Tawi-Tawi.
The municipality has a land area of 181.29 square kilometers or 70.00 square miles which constitutes 5.00% of Tawi-Tawi's total area. Its population as determined by the 2020 Census was 30,038. This represented 6.82% of the total population of Tawi-Tawi province, or 0.68% of the overall population of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 166 inhabitants per square kilometer or 429 inhabitants per square mile.
Barangays
Mapun has 15 barangays as shown in the following table.
Demographic profile of barangays
| Barangay | Population percentage (2020) | Population (2020) | Population (2015) | Change (2015‑2020) | Annual Population Growth Rate (2015‑2020) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boki | 7.53% | 2,262 | 2,018 | 12.09% | 2.43% |
| Duhul Batu | 5.44% | 1,634 | 1,434 | 13.95% | 2.79% |
| Erok-erok | 7.15% | 2,149 | 2,114 | 1.66% | 0.35% |
| Guppah | 7.50% | 2,253 | 1,938 | 16.25% | 3.22% |
| Kompang | 4.01% | 1,206 | 1,023 | 17.89% | 3.52% |
| Liyubud | 11.19% | 3,362 | 3,143 | 6.97% | 1.43% |
| Lubbak Parang | 4.02% | 1,208 | 901 | 34.07% | 6.37% |
| Lupa Pula | 11.30% | 3,394 | 2,926 | 15.99% | 3.17% |
| Mahalo | 8.38% | 2,517 | 2,220 | 13.38% | 2.68% |
| Pawan | 5.04% | 1,514 | 1,287 | 17.64% | 3.48% |
| Sapa | 6.03% | 1,812 | 1,659 | 9.22% | 1.87% |
| Sikub | 5.13% | 1,542 | 1,387 | 11.18% | 2.25% |
| Tabulian | 4.06% | 1,219 | 1,053 | 15.76% | 3.13% |
| Tanduan | 4.49% | 1,348 | 1,165 | 15.71% | 3.12% |
| Umus Mataha | 8.72% | 2,618 | 2,329 | 12.41% | 2.49% |
| Mapun Total | 30,038 | 26,597 | 12.94% | 2.59% | |
Economy
The annual regular revenue of Mapun for the fiscal year of 2016 was ₱78,110,586.46.
details
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 48,332,684.98 | – |
| 2010 | 43,943,195.40 | -9.08% |
| 2011 | 55,717,144.80 | 26.79% |
| 2012 | 54,427,650.11 | -2.31% |
| 2013 | 54,424,426.90 | -0.01% |
| 2014 | 62,075,957.36 | 14.06% |
| 2015 | 71,017,298.02 | 14.40% |
| 2016 | 78,110,586.46 | 9.99% |
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Demographics
Households
The household population of Mapun in the 2015 Census was 26,597 broken down into 4,426 households or an average of 6.01 members per household.
details
| Census date | Household population | Number of households | Average household size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19,354 | 3,175 | 6.10 | |
| 20,661 | 3,611 | 5.72 | |
| 21,999 | 3,492 | 6.30 | |
| 29,789 | 5,027 | 5.93 | |
| 24,168 | 4,027 | 6.00 | |
| 26,597 | 4,426 | 6.01 |
Population by age group
According to the 2015 Census, the age group with the highest population in Mapun is 10 to 14, with 3,604 individuals. Conversely, the age group with the lowest population is 75 to 79, with 132 individuals.
details
| Age group | Population (2015) | Age group percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1 | 475 | 1.79% |
| 1 to 4 | 2,367 | 8.90% |
| 5 to 9 | 3,502 | 13.17% |
| 10 to 14 | 3,604 | 13.55% |
| 15 to 19 | 2,859 | 10.75% |
| 20 to 24 | 2,178 | 8.19% |
| 25 to 29 | 2,042 | 7.68% |
| 30 to 34 | 1,969 | 7.40% |
| 35 to 39 | 1,749 | 6.58% |
| 40 to 44 | 1,510 | 5.68% |
| 45 to 49 | 1,236 | 4.65% |
| 50 to 54 | 971 | 3.65% |
| 55 to 59 | 747 | 2.81% |
| 60 to 64 | 503 | 1.89% |
| 65 to 69 | 362 | 1.36% |
| 70 to 74 | 233 | 0.88% |
| 75 to 79 | 132 | 0.50% |
| 80 and over | 158 | 0.59% |
| Total | 26,597 | 100.00% |
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Historical population
The population of Mapun grew from 2,000 in 1903 to 30,038 in 2020, an increase of 28,038 people over the course of 117 years. The latest census figures in 2020 denote a positive growth rate of 2.59%, or an increase of 3,441 people, from the previous population of 26,597 in 2015.
details
| Census date | Population | Growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2,000 | – | |
| 6,090 | 7.28% | |
| 6,851 | 0.59% | |
| 8,824 | 2.63% | |
| 10,789 | 1.78% | |
| 12,577 | 1.51% | |
| 15,892 | 4.81% | |
| 19,607 | 4.29% | |
| 19,372 | -0.12% | |
| 20,716 | 1.26% | |
| 22,011 | 1.31% | |
| 29,801 | 4.27% | |
| 24,168 | -7.34% | |
| 26,597 | 1.84% | |
| 30,038 | 2.59% |
The total number of registered voters or electorate in Mapun for the year 2019 was 17,415, broken down into 8,836 males and 8,579 females.
Location
The municipal center of Mapun is situated at approximately 6° 59' North, 118° 31' East, in the island of Cagayan de Sulu. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 6.7 meters or 22.0 feet above mean sea level.
Distances
Based on the great-circle distance (the shortest distance between two points over the surface of the Earth), the cities closest to Mapun are Puerto Princesa, Isabela City, Basilan, Zamboanga City, Lamitan, Basilan, Sipalay, Negros Occidental, and Bayawan, Negros Oriental. The nearest municipalities are Turtle Islands, Tawi-Tawi, Balabac, Palawan, Bataraza, Palawan, Brooke's Point, Palawan, Sofronio Española, Palawan, and Pangutaran, Sulu. Its distance from the national capital is 884.19 kilometers (549.41 miles). The following list delineates such distance measurements.
great-circle distance
Nearest towns
- Turtle Islands, Tawi-Tawi, 102.35 kilometers (63.60 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S12°W)
- Balabac, Palawan, 194.96 kilometers (121.15 miles) to the Northwest (N55°W)
- Bataraza, Palawan, 211.27 kilometers (131.28 miles) to the North‑Northwest (N27°W)
- Brooke's Point, Palawan, 212.23 kilometers (131.88 miles) to the North‑Northwest (N20°W)
- Sofronio Española, Palawan, 226.85 kilometers (140.96 miles) to the North‑Northwest (N15°W)
- Pangutaran, Sulu, 240.91 kilometers (149.70 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S72°E)
Nearest cities
- Puerto Princesa, 306.52 kilometers (190.46 miles) to the North (N5°E)
- Isabela City, Basilan, 383.46 kilometers (238.27 miles) to the East (S86°E)
- Zamboanga City, 393.88 kilometers (244.75 miles) to the East (S89°E)
- Lamitan, Basilan, 402.99 kilometers (250.41 miles) to the East (S85°E)
- Sipalay, Negros Occidental, 526.97 kilometers (327.44 miles) to the Northeast (N54°E)
- Bayawan, Negros Oriental, 541.79 kilometers (336.66 miles) to the East‑Northeast (N60°E)
Distance from Manila: 884.19 kilometers (549.41 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N17°E)
Notes
- Unless otherwise specified, population count (excluding percentages), household data, and land area figures are derived from the Philippine Statistics Authority.
- Data on registered voters is from the Commission on Elections.
- Data on annual regular income is from the Bureau of Local Government Finance, Department of Finance
- Postal code information is from the Philippine Postal Corporation.