Dalaguete, Province of Cebu
| Type | municipality |
|---|---|
| Island group | Visayas |
| Region | Central Visayas (Region VII) |
| Province | Cebu |
| Barangay count | 33 |
| Postal code | 6022 |
| Coastal/Landlocked | coastal |
| Marine waterbodies | Cebu Strait |
| Philippine major island(s) | Cebu |
| Area (2013) | 154.96 km2 (59.83 sq mi) |
| Population (2020) | 74,596 |
| Density (2020) | 481 / km2 (1,247 / sq mi) |
| Coordinates | 9° 46' North, 123° 32' East (9.7629, 123.5330) |
| Estimated elevation above sea level | 10.1 meters (33.0 feet) |
Dalaguete is a coastal municipality in the island province of Cebu.
The municipality has a land area of 154.96 square kilometers or 59.83 square miles which constitutes 3.13% of Cebu's total area. Its population as determined by the 2020 Census was 74,596. This represented 2.24% of the total population of Cebu province, or 0.92% of the overall population of the Central Visayas region. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 481 inhabitants per square kilometer or 1,247 inhabitants per square mile.
Barangays
Dalaguete has 33 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ablayan | 1.77% | 1,318 | 1,207 | 9.20% | 1.87% |
| Babayongan | 0.66% | 493 | 468 | 5.34% | 1.10% |
| Balud | 4.92% | 3,673 | 3,214 | 14.28% | 2.85% |
| Banhigan | 1.70% | 1,269 | 1,239 | 2.42% | 0.50% |
| Bulak | 1.32% | 988 | 873 | 13.17% | 2.64% |
| Caleriohan | 3.43% | 2,557 | 2,202 | 16.12% | 3.20% |
| Caliongan | 3.55% | 2,649 | 2,319 | 14.23% | 2.84% |
| Casay | 6.28% | 4,681 | 4,283 | 9.29% | 1.89% |
| Catolohan | 3.30% | 2,464 | 1,759 | 40.08% | 7.35% |
| Cawayan | 3.96% | 2,957 | 2,681 | 10.29% | 2.08% |
| Consolacion | 2.84% | 2,120 | 1,966 | 7.83% | 1.60% |
| Coro | 1.77% | 1,320 | 1,228 | 7.49% | 1.53% |
| Dugyan | 1.41% | 1,055 | 994 | 6.14% | 1.26% |
| Dumalan | 2.68% | 2,002 | 1,756 | 14.01% | 2.80% |
| Jolomaynon | 2.18% | 1,629 | 1,338 | 21.75% | 4.23% |
| Lanao | 1.63% | 1,219 | 1,124 | 8.45% | 1.72% |
| Langkas | 1.98% | 1,480 | 1,344 | 10.12% | 2.05% |
| Lumbang | 1.16% | 863 | 773 | 11.64% | 2.35% |
| Malones | 1.68% | 1,253 | 1,291 | -2.94% | -0.63% |
| Maloray | 1.35% | 1,007 | 941 | 7.01% | 1.44% |
| Mananggal | 1.32% | 983 | 1,047 | -6.11% | -1.32% |
| Manlapay | 2.62% | 1,956 | 2,152 | -9.11% | -1.99% |
| Mantalongon | 9.70% | 7,237 | 6,517 | 11.05% | 2.23% |
| Nalhub | 2.65% | 1,980 | 1,834 | 7.96% | 1.63% |
| Obo | 2.16% | 1,609 | 1,392 | 15.59% | 3.10% |
| Obong | 4.31% | 3,212 | 3,078 | 4.35% | 0.90% |
| Panas | 1.26% | 938 | 832 | 12.74% | 2.56% |
| Poblacion | 8.98% | 6,695 | 6,355 | 5.35% | 1.10% |
| Sacsac | 2.67% | 1,995 | 1,726 | 15.59% | 3.10% |
| Salug | 1.77% | 1,323 | 1,106 | 19.62% | 3.84% |
| Tabon | 4.61% | 3,436 | 3,094 | 11.05% | 2.23% |
| Tapun | 6.35% | 4,738 | 4,068 | 16.47% | 3.26% |
| Tuba | 2.01% | 1,497 | 1,296 | 15.51% | 3.08% |
| Dalaguete Total | 74,596 | 67,497 | 10.52% | 2.13% | |
Economy
The annual regular revenue of Dalaguete for the fiscal year of 2016 was ₱155,117,637.74.
details
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 85,535,709.89 | – |
| 2010 | 89,535,087.08 | 4.68% |
| 2011 | 98,644,948.46 | 10.17% |
| 2012 | 97,290,339.34 | -1.37% |
| 2013 | 107,394,072.07 | 10.39% |
| 2014 | 120,933,355.45 | 12.61% |
| 2015 | 141,376,485.89 | 16.90% |
| 2016 | 155,117,637.74 | 9.72% |
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Demographics
Households
The household population of Dalaguete in the 2015 Census was 67,450 broken down into 14,433 households or an average of 4.67 members per household.
details
| Census date | Household population | Number of households | Average household size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45,517 | 8,807 | 5.17 | |
| 48,656 | 9,536 | 5.10 | |
| 57,309 | 10,873 | 5.27 | |
| 61,405 | 11,901 | 5.16 | |
| 63,165 | 12,732 | 4.96 | |
| 67,450 | 14,433 | 4.67 |
Population by age group
According to the 2015 Census, the age group with the highest population in Dalaguete is 10 to 14, with 8,261 individuals. Conversely, the age group with the lowest population is 75 to 79, with 731 individuals.
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| Age group | Population (2015) | Age group percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1 | 1,450 | 2.15% |
| 1 to 4 | 6,111 | 9.05% |
| 5 to 9 | 8,053 | 11.93% |
| 10 to 14 | 8,261 | 12.24% |
| 15 to 19 | 6,802 | 10.08% |
| 20 to 24 | 5,374 | 7.96% |
| 25 to 29 | 4,643 | 6.88% |
| 30 to 34 | 4,342 | 6.43% |
| 35 to 39 | 3,952 | 5.86% |
| 40 to 44 | 3,657 | 5.42% |
| 45 to 49 | 3,440 | 5.10% |
| 50 to 54 | 2,952 | 4.37% |
| 55 to 59 | 2,399 | 3.55% |
| 60 to 64 | 2,059 | 3.05% |
| 65 to 69 | 1,407 | 2.08% |
| 70 to 74 | 1,094 | 1.62% |
| 75 to 79 | 731 | 1.08% |
| 80 and over | 770 | 1.14% |
| Total | 67,497 | 100.00% |
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Historical population
The population of Dalaguete grew from 21,354 in 1903 to 74,596 in 2020, an increase of 53,242 people over the course of 117 years. The latest census figures in 2020 denote a positive growth rate of 2.13%, or an increase of 7,099 people, from the previous population of 67,497 in 2015.
details
| Census date | Population | Growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| 21,354 | – | |
| 26,904 | 1.47% | |
| 27,284 | 0.07% | |
| 29,333 | 0.75% | |
| 28,487 | -0.26% | |
| 31,834 | 1.09% | |
| 33,964 | 1.31% | |
| 37,076 | 1.77% | |
| 45,545 | 2.08% | |
| 48,778 | 1.29% | |
| 57,331 | 3.52% | |
| 61,405 | 0.95% | |
| 63,239 | 1.08% | |
| 67,497 | 1.25% | |
| 74,596 | 2.13% |
The total number of registered voters or electorate in Dalaguete for the year 2019 was 40,239, broken down into 20,031 males and 20,208 females.
Location
The municipal center of Dalaguete is situated at approximately 9° 46' North, 123° 32' East, in the island of Cebu. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 10.1 meters or 33.0 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 Dalaguete are Tagbilaran, Bohol, Carcar, Cebu, Guihulngan, Negros Oriental, Bais, Negros Oriental, Tanjay, Negros Oriental, and Naga, Cebu. The nearest municipalities are Alcoy, Cebu, Argao, Cebu, Boljoon, Cebu, Badian, Cebu, Alegria, Cebu, and Moalboal, Cebu. Its distance from the national capital is 601.97 kilometers (374.05 miles). The following list delineates such distance measurements.
great-circle distance
Nearest towns
- Alcoy, Cebu, 6.61 kilometers (4.11 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S25°W)
- Argao, Cebu, 15.48 kilometers (9.62 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N32°E)
- Boljoon, Cebu, 16.19 kilometers (10.06 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S22°W)
- Badian, Cebu, 18.80 kilometers (11.68 miles) to the Northwest (N51°W)
- Alegria, Cebu, 21.46 kilometers (13.34 miles) to the West (S80°W)
- Moalboal, Cebu, 24.70 kilometers (15.35 miles) to the Northwest (N38°W)
Nearest cities
- Tagbilaran, Bohol, 37.99 kilometers (23.61 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S69°E)
- Carcar, Cebu, 39.45 kilometers (24.52 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N17°E)
- Guihulngan, Negros Oriental, 48.85 kilometers (30.35 miles) to the Northwest (N36°W)
- Bais, Negros Oriental, 49.00 kilometers (30.45 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S67°W)
- Tanjay, Negros Oriental, 49.45 kilometers (30.72 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S56°W)
- Naga, Cebu, 55.13 kilometers (34.25 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N26°E)
Distance from Manila: 601.97 kilometers (374.05 miles) to the North‑Northwest (N27°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.