Don Carlos, Province of Bukidnon
| Type | municipality |
|---|---|
| Island group | Mindanao |
| Region | Northern Mindanao (Region X) |
| Province | Bukidnon |
| Barangay count | 29 |
| Postal code | 8712 |
| Coastal/Landlocked | landlocked |
| Marine waterbodies | none (landlocked) |
| Philippine major island(s) | Mindanao |
| Area (2013) | 213.72 km2 (82.52 sq mi) |
| Population (2020) | 69,273 |
| Density (2020) | 324 / km2 (839 / sq mi) |
| Coordinates | 7° 41' North, 124° 60' East (7.6838, 124.9946) |
| Estimated elevation above sea level | 310.7 meters (1,019.2 feet) |
Don Carlos is a municipality in the landlocked province of Bukidnon.
The municipality has a land area of 213.72 square kilometers or 82.52 square miles which constitutes 2.04% of Bukidnon's total area. Its population as determined by the 2020 Census was 69,273. This represented 4.49% of the total population of Bukidnon province, or 1.38% of the overall population of the Northern Mindanao region. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 324 inhabitants per square kilometer or 839 inhabitants per square mile.
Barangays
Don Carlos has 29 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismartz | 2.64% | 1,826 | 1,685 | 8.37% | 1.71% |
| Bocboc | 4.62% | 3,199 | 2,724 | 17.44% | 3.44% |
| Buyot | 1.61% | 1,118 | 1,072 | 4.29% | 0.89% |
| Cabadiangan | 0.78% | 539 | 497 | 8.45% | 1.72% |
| Calaocalao | 4.08% | 2,827 | 2,806 | 0.75% | 0.16% |
| Don Carlos Norte | 10.65% | 7,380 | 6,718 | 9.85% | 2.00% |
| Don Carlos Sur | 16.42% | 11,375 | 11,385 | -0.09% | -0.02% |
| Embayao | 1.50% | 1,038 | 1,154 | -10.05% | -2.21% |
| Kalubihon | 1.63% | 1,128 | 1,188 | -5.05% | -1.08% |
| Kasigkot | 1.76% | 1,219 | 1,226 | -0.57% | -0.12% |
| Kawilihan | 1.56% | 1,078 | 1,058 | 1.89% | 0.39% |
| Kiara | 3.99% | 2,761 | 2,793 | -1.15% | -0.24% |
| Kibatang | 3.20% | 2,219 | 2,238 | -0.85% | -0.18% |
| Mahayahay | 1.25% | 866 | 970 | -10.72% | -2.36% |
| Manlamonay | 2.44% | 1,687 | 1,639 | 2.93% | 0.61% |
| Maraymaray | 4.46% | 3,088 | 3,112 | -0.77% | -0.16% |
| Mauswagon | 1.41% | 979 | 1,164 | -15.89% | -3.58% |
| Minsalagan | 1.43% | 994 | 877 | 13.34% | 2.67% |
| New Nongnongan | 2.79% | 1,932 | 2,001 | -3.45% | -0.74% |
| New Visayas | 1.46% | 1,009 | 1,027 | -1.75% | -0.37% |
| Old Nongnongan | 2.86% | 1,980 | 1,800 | 10.00% | 2.03% |
| Pinamaloy | 4.67% | 3,236 | 2,797 | 15.70% | 3.12% |
| Pualas | 3.21% | 2,227 | 2,326 | -4.26% | -0.91% |
| San Antonio East | 1.35% | 935 | 796 | 17.46% | 3.45% |
| San Antonio West | 2.41% | 1,672 | 1,600 | 4.50% | 0.93% |
| San Francisco | 1.01% | 700 | 575 | 21.74% | 4.23% |
| San Nicolas | 7.55% | 5,233 | 4,949 | 5.74% | 1.18% |
| San Roque | 0.87% | 601 | 701 | -14.27% | -3.19% |
| Sinangguyan | 6.39% | 4,427 | 4,081 | 8.48% | 1.73% |
| Don Carlos Total | 69,273 | 66,959 | 3.46% | 0.72% | |
Economy
The annual regular revenue of Don Carlos for the fiscal year of 2016 was ₱171,183,419.58.
details
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 91,571,188.88 | – |
| 2010 | 102,092,180.31 | 11.49% |
| 2011 | 112,362,620.69 | 10.06% |
| 2012 | 109,377,317.10 | -2.66% |
| 2013 | 121,643,020.72 | 11.21% |
| 2014 | 135,623,741.60 | 11.49% |
| 2015 | 153,715,060.79 | 13.34% |
| 2016 | 171,183,419.58 | 11.36% |
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Demographics
Households
The household population of Don Carlos in the 2015 Census was 66,882 broken down into 14,399 households or an average of 4.64 members per household.
details
| Census date | Household population | Number of households | Average household size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45,774 | 8,249 | 5.55 | |
| 51,016 | 9,679 | 5.27 | |
| 55,495 | 10,713 | 5.18 | |
| 60,860 | 12,043 | 5.05 | |
| 64,309 | 13,635 | 4.72 | |
| 66,882 | 14,399 | 4.64 |
Population by age group
According to the 2015 Census, the age group with the highest population in Don Carlos is 5 to 9, with 8,350 individuals. Conversely, the age group with the lowest population is 80 and over, with 465 individuals.
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| Age group | Population (2015) | Age group percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1 | 1,546 | 2.31% |
| 1 to 4 | 6,705 | 10.01% |
| 5 to 9 | 8,350 | 12.47% |
| 10 to 14 | 7,799 | 11.65% |
| 15 to 19 | 6,745 | 10.07% |
| 20 to 24 | 5,824 | 8.70% |
| 25 to 29 | 5,083 | 7.59% |
| 30 to 34 | 4,233 | 6.32% |
| 35 to 39 | 4,029 | 6.02% |
| 40 to 44 | 3,600 | 5.38% |
| 45 to 49 | 3,386 | 5.06% |
| 50 to 54 | 2,903 | 4.34% |
| 55 to 59 | 2,229 | 3.33% |
| 60 to 64 | 1,660 | 2.48% |
| 65 to 69 | 1,104 | 1.65% |
| 70 to 74 | 771 | 1.15% |
| 75 to 79 | 527 | 0.79% |
| 80 and over | 465 | 0.69% |
| Total | 66,959 | 100.00% |
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Historical population
The population of Don Carlos grew from 32,668 in 1970 to 69,273 in 2020, an increase of 36,605 people over the course of 50 years. The latest census figures in 2020 denote a positive growth rate of 0.72%, or an increase of 2,314 people, from the previous population of 66,959 in 2015.
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| Census date | Population | Growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| – | – | |
| – | – | |
| – | – | |
| – | – | |
| – | – | |
| 32,668 | – | |
| 35,252 | 1.54% | |
| 35,038 | -0.12% | |
| 45,815 | 2.72% | |
| 51,083 | 2.06% | |
| 55,495 | 1.79% | |
| 60,870 | 1.28% | |
| 64,334 | 2.04% | |
| 66,959 | 0.76% | |
| 69,273 | 0.72% |
The total number of registered voters or electorate in Don Carlos for the year 2019 was 43,922, broken down into 22,397 males and 21,525 females.
Location
The municipal center of Don Carlos is situated at approximately 7° 41' North, 124° 60' East, in the island of Mindanao. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 310.7 meters or 1,019.2 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 Don Carlos are Valencia, Bukidnon, Malaybalay, Bukidnon, Kidapawan, Cotabato, Marawi, Lanao del Sur, Panabo, Davao del Norte, and Tagum, Davao del Norte. The nearest municipalities are Kitaotao, Bukidnon, Dangcagan, Bukidnon, Maramag, Bukidnon, Quezon, Bukidnon, Kibawe, Bukidnon, and Kadingilan, Bukidnon. Its distance from the national capital is 880.78 kilometers (547.29 miles). The following list delineates such distance measurements.
great-circle distance
Nearest towns
- Kitaotao, Bukidnon, 5.15 kilometers (3.20 miles) to the South‑Southeast (S16°E)
- Dangcagan, Bukidnon, 8.24 kilometers (5.12 miles) to the South (S7°E)
- Maramag, Bukidnon, 8.62 kilometers (5.36 miles) to the North (N7°E)
- Quezon, Bukidnon, 12.74 kilometers (7.92 miles) to the East‑Northeast (N66°E)
- Kibawe, Bukidnon, 12.84 kilometers (7.98 miles) to the South (S2°W)
- Kadingilan, Bukidnon, 13.15 kilometers (8.17 miles) to the Southwest (S45°W)
Nearest cities
- Valencia, Bukidnon, 26.40 kilometers (16.40 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N23°E)
- Malaybalay, Bukidnon, 54.25 kilometers (33.71 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N16°E)
- Kidapawan, Cotabato, 75.47 kilometers (46.89 miles) to the South (S8°E)
- Marawi, Lanao del Sur, 85.87 kilometers (53.36 miles) to the West‑Northwest (N66°W)
- Panabo, Davao del Norte, 86.97 kilometers (54.04 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S61°E)
- Tagum, Davao del Norte, 93.67 kilometers (58.20 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S74°E)
Distance from Manila: 880.78 kilometers (547.29 miles) to the North‑Northwest (N29°W)
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.