Danao, Bohol

Danao, officially the Municipality of Danao (Cebuano: Lungsod sa Danao; Tagalog: Bayan ng Danao), is a 4th class municipality in the province of Bohol, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 17,890 people.[3]

Danao
Municipality of Danao
Danao, Bohol
Map of Bohol with Danao highlighted
OpenStreetMap
Danao
Location within the Philippines
Coordinates: 10°01′N 124°16′E
Country Philippines
RegionCentral Visayas (Region VII)
ProvinceBohol
District2nd District
Founded16 March 1961
Barangays17 (see Barangays)
Government
[1]
  TypeSangguniang Bayan
  MayorJose G. Cepedoza
  Vice MayorAlbert B. Vitor
  RepresentativeErico Aristotle C. Aumentado
  Electorate13,547 voters (2019)
Area
[2]
  Total162.76 km2 (62.84 sq mi)
Elevation
143 m (469 ft)
Population
 (2015 census)[3]
  Total17,890
  Density110/km2 (280/sq mi)
  Households
3,892
Economy
  Income class4th municipal income class
  Poverty incidence35.08% (2015)[4]
  Revenue₱80,280,553.32 (2016)
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code
6344
PSGC
IDD:area code+63(0)38
Climate typetropical monsoon climate
Native languagesBoholano dialect
Cebuano
Tagalog

The town of Danao, Bohol celebrates its fiesta on December 10, to honor the town patron the Holy Family.[5]

Etymology

According to the Diccionario Español-Bisaya (1866), danao means charca, lago, laguna, pantano, estanque grande, avenida, campañas, etc. (lake, lagoon, freshet, large reservoir, arable land, field, etc.). Except that of a lake, all definitions of danao describe the municipality of Danao, with freshet being the most likely meaning. A freshet is either a sudden rise or overflow of a stream or river, or freshwater stream emptying into the sea.[6]

History

In the beginning, Danao is part of Inabanga, when the latter became a town in 1724.[7] In 1744, Francisco Dagohoy (Sendrijas) established the First Bohol Republic[8] at Caylagan Cave (now Francisco Dagohoy Cave)[9] in barangay Magtangtang, located northwest of the present-day Poblacion. Magtangtang became the seat of government and headquarters of the independent Bohol that lasted for more than 85 years.[10]

In 1830, Talibon became an independent pueblo from Inabanga,[11] and Danao was annexed to it. During the first US sponsored Census, Danao is listed as one of the barrios of Talibon with a recorded population of 585 in 1903.[12]

In 1953, the town of Victoria (now Dagohoy, Bohol) was established and 5 barangays namely Cantubod, Danao, Hibale, Santa Fe, and Santo Niño were carved out from Talibon through Executive Order No. 634[13] by President Elpidio Quirino to form a new municipality together with other 13 barangays in Carmen, Sierra Bullones, Trinidad, and Ubay. However, after only less than 3 years of existence, Victoria was reorganized and became the new municipality of Dagohoy. The 5 barangays were reverted back to Talibon through Executive Order No. 184[14] by President Ramon Magsaysay and upon the recommendation of the Provincial Board of Bohol.

Finally, on March 14, 1961, Danao became an independent municipality through Executive Order No. 422 by President Carlos P. Garcia. Sixteen (16) barangays from municipalities of Talibon, Inabanga, and Carmen with the seat of government at barangay Danao were organized into a new town. The list of barangays are shown below:[15]

Geography

The Isumod river flowing near the town center of Danao may suddenly overflow and inundate a large portion of the town. The river joins the Wahig river and empties into the sea.

Barangays

Danao comprises 17 barangays:

PSGC Barangay Population ±% p.a.
2015[3] 2010[16]
071218001 Cabatuan 8.0% 1,428 1,353 1.03%
071218002 Cantubod 5.9% 1,047 1,061 −0.25%
071218003 Carbon 2.1% 384 513 −5.37%
071218004 Concepcion 9.1% 1,623 1,566 0.68%
071218005 Dagohoy 3.7% 659 685 −0.73%
071218006 Hibale 4.7% 843 856 −0.29%
071218007 Magtangtang 7.0% 1,256 1,422 −2.34%
071218008 Nahud 5.4% 966 855 2.35%
071218009 Poblacion 19.2% 3,434 3,296 0.78%
071218010 Remedios 7.2% 1,288 1,220 1.04%
071218011 San Carlos 6.5% 1,170 1,236 −1.04%
071218012 San Miguel 3.1% 559 499 2.19%
071218013 Santa Fe 3.2% 567 526 1.44%
071218014 Santo Niño 4.0% 719 748 −0.75%
071218015 Tabok 5.3% 946 1,060 −2.14%
071218016 Taming 5.2% 932 863 1.48%
071218017 Villa Anunciado 0.6% 112 150 −5.41%
Total 17,890 17,952 −0.07%

Climate

Climate data for Dagohoy, Bohol
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Average high °C (°F) 27
(81)
28
(82)
29
(84)
30
(86)
31
(88)
30
(86)
29
(84)
30
(86)
30
(86)
29
(84)
28
(82)
28
(82)
29
(84)
Average low °C (°F) 23
(73)
22
(72)
22
(72)
23
(73)
24
(75)
24
(75)
24
(75)
23
(73)
23
(73)
23
(73)
23
(73)
23
(73)
23
(73)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 98
(3.9)
82
(3.2)
96
(3.8)
71
(2.8)
104
(4.1)
129
(5.1)
101
(4.0)
94
(3.7)
99
(3.9)
135
(5.3)
174
(6.9)
143
(5.6)
1,326
(52.3)
Average rainy days 18.0 14.1 17.1 16.8 23.7 25.7 25.8 23.3 24.2 25.9 24.0 20.6 259.2
Source: Meteoblue (modeled/calculated data, not measured locally) [17]

Demographics

Population census of Danao
YearPop.±% p.a.
1970 7,362    
1975 8,447+2.80%
1980 10,298+4.04%
1990 12,671+2.10%
1995 14,042+1.94%
2000 17,265+4.53%
2007 17,716+0.36%
2010 17,952+0.48%
2015 17,890−0.07%
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[3][16][18][19]

Tourism

  • Bohol Sea of Clouds: A picturesque ocean-like view of clouds on top of Laguna Hills at barangay Concepcion which about 5 kilometers from the town proper. This majestic occurrence is much observable from 4 to 6 o'clock in the morning which happens throughout the year whenever the weather is fine. It requires visitors to have a 10-minute walk to reach the top the hill.[20][21]
  • Dagohoy Historical Marker: A historical marker on Dagohoy's grave in the mountains installed in his honor. The Dagohoy Marker located in barangay Magtangtang, was installed by the Philippine Historical Commission to honor the heroic deeds of Dagohoy. Magtangtang was Francisco Dagohoy's headquarters or hideout during the revolt. Hundreds of Dagohoy's followers preferred death inside the cave than surrender. Their skeletons still remain in the site.[22]
  • Eco, Extreme, and Educational Adventure Tour (EAT) Danao offers a great new experience of Bohol. One can soar across one of Bohol's most attractive gorges like a bird; raft or canoe on a river; explore caves; practice mountain climbing, both on a wall, and on real cliffs; and explore some of the wildest spots of the island.[23] This 144-hectare property is located in Magtangtang which is about 10 kilometers from the town proper, and managed by the local government unit.[24]
  • Francisco Dagohoy Cave: Formerly known as Caylagan cave, the site served as the headquarter of the independent Bohol Republic established by the great Boholano hero, Francisco Dagohoy in 1744. Dagohoy rebellion is the longest revolt in the Philippines which lasted 85 years from 1744 to 1829. The cave is said to be the passageway to other few more caves in the province. However, such passageways were merely inaccessible due to previous earthquakes that badly hit the area.[25]
  • Kamira Cave: Similar to Caylagan cave, the site is located in barangay Magtangtang. It is a 477-meter long cave and will take 45 minutes to explore. Characterized by the presence of narrow passages; stalactites and stalagmites; bats, and freshwater crabs, the place is a marvel and allow visitors to experience wonders of nature. The icy cold water that flows through the cave also provides a chilly feeling.[25]

Education

Galleries

References

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  20. "Reviews of Sea of Clouds". tripadvisor.com. June 12, 2019. Retrieved March 8, 2020.
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