Dimiao

Dimiao
Municipality
Municipality of Dimiao
National Road in Dimiao
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Dimiao Location within the Philippines
Coordinates: 9°37′N124°10′E / 9.62°N 124.17°E / 9.62; 124.17
Country	Philippines
Region	Central Visayas
Province	Bohol
District	3rd district
Founded	22 January 1769
Barangays	35 (see Barangays)
Government   [1]
• Type	Sangguniang Bayan
•  Mayor	Randolph L. Ang
•  Vice Mayor	Gilberto C. Lagua
•  Representative	Kristine Alexie B. Tutor
•  Municipal Council	Members Jessie T. Paluga Aniceta C. Ucang Noel M. Hamlag Evelyn N. Gamayon Rogelio B. Hambora Arsenio L. Maglente Jr. Ervie S. Vissara Jessmer Q. Llubit
•  Electorate	11,141 voters (2022)
Area [2]
• Total	135.75 km2 (52.41 sq mi)
Elevation	68 m (223 ft)
Highest elevation	494 m (1,621 ft)
Lowest elevation	0 m (0 ft)
Population  (2020 census) [3]
• Total	14,889
• Density	110/km2 (280/sq mi)
•  Households	3,457
Economy
•  Income class	4th municipal income class
•  Poverty incidence	22.20 % (2018) [4]
•  Revenue	₱ 94.72 million (2020)
•  Assets	₱ 312.5 million (2020)
•  Expenditure	₱ 91.06 million (2020)
•  Liabilities	₱ 89.47 million (2020)
Service provider
• Electricity	Bohol 1 Electric Cooperative (BOHECO 1)
Time zone	UTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code	6305
PSGC	071220000
IDD  :  area code	+63 (0)38
Native languages	Boholano dialect Cebuano Tagalog

Dimiao, officially the Municipality of Dimiao (Cebuano : Munisipalidad sa Dimiao; Tagalog : Bayan ng Dimiao), is a 4th class municipality in the province of Bohol, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 14,889 people. ^[3]

The municipality of Dimiao, including its church and municipal hall, lies alongside the C.P.G. circumferential road on the southern coast of the island, about 36 kilometres (22 mi) east of Tagbilaran. ^[5]

History

When the parish was founded is uncertain, although baptism records dates back to the year 1750. It is one of the older municipalities of Bohol, with a population of 8,820 in 1897. This town used to cover a large area that included the municipalities of Valencia and Lila. In 1867, Valencia was separated from Dimiao because of increased population, and Lila was made an independent municipality on 1 January 1915. ^[6]

Geography

Barangays

Dimiao is politically subdivided into 35 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.

PSGC	Barangay	Population			±% p.a.
		2020 [3]		2010 [7]
071220001	Abihid	2.3%	343	333	▴	0.30%
071220002	Alemania	1.1%	167	208	▾	−2.17%
071220003	Baguhan	2.2%	334	324	▴	0.30%
071220004	Bakilid	1.1%	164	165	▾	−0.06%
071220005	Balbalan	1.9%	278	273	▴	0.18%
071220006	Banban	3.5%	520	521	▾	−0.02%
071220007	Bauhugan	2.1%	316	308	▴	0.26%
071220008	Bilisan	1.1%	164	161	▴	0.18%
071220009	Cabagakian	3.7%	545	649	▾	−1.73%
071220010	Cabanbanan	2.4%	352	416	▾	−1.66%
071220011	Cadap‑agan	3.1%	469	445	▴	0.53%
071220012	Cambacol	1.7%	256	248	▴	0.32%
071220013	Cambayaon	2.8%	415	372	▴	1.10%
071220014	Canhayupon	4.4%	661	669	▾	−0.12%
071220015	Canlambong	3.2%	477	526	▾	−0.97%
071220016	Casingan	1.3%	199	207	▾	−0.39%
071220017	Catugasan	1.8%	267	313	▾	−1.58%
071220018	Datag	1.6%	241	221	▴	0.87%
071220019	Guindaguitan	2.9%	437	455	▾	−0.40%
071220020	Guingoyuran	3.5%	514	538	▾	−0.46%
071220021	Ile	1.7%	254	269	▾	−0.57%
071220022	Lapsaon	2.8%	424	455	▾	−0.70%
071220023	Limokon Ilaod	3.5%	526	641	▾	−1.96%
071220024	Limokon Ilaya	4.4%	654	724	▾	−1.01%
071220025	Luyo	5.6%	836	960	▾	−1.37%
071220026	Malijao	2.0%	295	319	▾	−0.78%
071220027	Oac	4.9%	732	805	▾	−0.95%
071220028	Pagsa	2.2%	332	309	▴	0.72%
071220029	Pangihawan	1.3%	187	242	▾	−2.54%
071220031	Puangyuta	2.1%	312	297	▴	0.49%
071220030	Sawang	3.5%	514	491	▴	0.46%
071220033	Tangohay	4.5%	671	635	▴	0.55%
071220036	Taongon Cabatuan	3.6%	533	594	▾	−1.08%
071220038	Taongon Can‑andam	4.6%	683	802	▾	−1.59%
071220037	Tawid Bitaog	2.0%	292	271	▴	0.75%
	Total		14,889	15,166	▾	−0.18%

Climate

Climate data for Dimiao, Bohol
Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec	Year
Average high °C (°F)	28 (82)	29 (84)	30 (86)	31 (88)	31 (88)	30 (86)	30 (86)	30 (86)	30 (86)	29 (84)	29 (84)	29 (84)	30 (85)
Average low °C (°F)	23 (73)	22 (72)	23 (73)	23 (73)	24 (75)	25 (77)	24 (75)	24 (75)	24 (75)	24 (75)	23 (73)	23 (73)	24 (74)
Average precipitation mm (inches)	102 (4.0)	85 (3.3)	91 (3.6)	75 (3.0)	110 (4.3)	141 (5.6)	121 (4.8)	107 (4.2)	111 (4.4)	144 (5.7)	169 (6.7)	139 (5.5)	1,395 (55.1)
Average rainy days	18.6	14.8	16.5	16.7	23.9	26.4	25.6	24.1	24.4	26.3	23.7	20.5	261.5
Source: Meteoblue [8]

Demographics

Population census of Dimiao

Year	Pop.	±% p.a.
1903	8,650	—
1918	10,497	+1.30%
1939	10,213	−0.13%
1948	10,673	+0.49%
1960	9,315	−1.13%
1970	10,009	+0.72%
1975	11,225	+2.33%
1980	10,845	−0.69%
1990	11,697	+0.76%
1995	12,372	+1.06%
2000	14,151	+2.92%
2007	14,187	+0.04%
2010	15,166	+2.46%
2015	14,364	−1.03%
2020	14,889	+0.71%
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority [9] [7] [10] [11]

Economy

The people of Dimiao lives on farming, tubâ-gathering, rope-making and fishing since it is located along the coast. Rice, corn, maguey, copra, rope, mango and tubâ are their most important products.

Attractions

Town hall

Catholic Church

The town of Dimiao has its share of Bohol's list of natural and man-made attractions.

Dimiao Church

The San Nicholas Church is one of the oldest stone churches of Bohol, built in the later half of the 19th century. It is identified by its twin bell towers either side of the church's front façade, and it is dedicated to San Nicolas Tolentino, who is also the town's patron saint and whose feast day is celebrated 10 September. ^[19] In front of the church building is a tower with the image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus where the "hugos" is done during dawn rites (salubong) of Easter Sunday. The church houses some relics from the Spanish Regime and is being preserved.

The building behind the church served once as a convent but is now a school. Fronting the Sacred Heart tower is a monument dedicated to the Philippines' national hero, José Rizal. Across from the church, across the circumferential road lies the municipal hall, a typical Spanish-designed building with prominent arched windows, white painted walls and red roof.

Ermita Ruins

The Ermita Ruins are the ruins of a coralline limestone structure built during the Spanish Regime. It lies parallel to the nave of the St. Nicholas Tolentino Church. It was allegedly used as a military fortress, a chapel and a burial site of the members of the Spanish clergy. Archaeological excavations were undertaken in 1995 and 1998 in a quest to uncover its mysterious past.

Balbalan Beach

Balbalan Beach lies on a long stretch of white sandy beach facing the Mindanao Sea. It is only five minutes drive away from the town center in Balbalan. The waters are unpolluted and crystal clear, very ideal for swimming. Out in the deep are colorful coral reefs. Sailing is also a pastime in the area but make sure that you finished all of your activities before the sunsets or else, manananggals will feast on your poor body when you are out in the open at night. This is how the town got its name, balbal means to eat out the innards of humans like an animal, in reference to the manananggals in the area...or if you really want to stay here at night, better bring out some big guns with a dash of holy guidance after a priestly confession.

Seaside Beach Resort

Seaside Beach Resort once called Imelda Beach in Luyo boast a stretch of white sand fringed with tall coconut palm trees. The waters are clear and unpolluted. The beach is fairly accessible, lying along the National Highway. It was once the venue of an encampment of the Boys and Girls Scouts of Bohol. On clear sunny days, Camiguin Island with the silhouette of Mount Hibok-Hibok can be seen.

Dimiao Twin Falls

The Dimiao Twin Falls cascades over a cliff, 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) away from the highway. Its rugged pathway is a challenge to trekkers who are rewarded with a panoramic view of the falls upon arrival. Dry land near the foot of the falls is ideal for picnics.

Pahangog Twin Falls and Caverns

The Pahangog Twin Falls cascades over a 30-metre (98 ft) high cliff surrounded by a lush forest of tropical trees and flora. A natural basin carved out from underneath the falling waters serves as a natural swimming pool for bathers. Two caves lie near the falls with rock formations carved by centuries of gushing waters; one cavern has a naturally-contoured basin that fills up with water before flowing outwards from the cave.

Ingkumhan Falls

At Bahugan.

Dam-agan Falls

At Catugasan.

Rice Terraces

Although not as large nor prominent as the rice terraces of Banaue, the terraces look like a velvety green layered field, and during near-harvest season, the fields turn into gold.

MacArthur's Cap

The MacArthur's Cap is a rock formation resembling an army officer's cap that one encounters when entering the town of Dimiao. The rock formation has become an emblem and called such at the successful return of General Douglas MacArthur, upon the defeat of the Japanese Army during World War II.

Badiang Peak

Badiang Peak is a rugged mountain of Dimiao which can be visited by trekkers and mountain climbers. Hours of trekking along pathways and climbing over boulders are rewarded with a panoramic view of Dimiao and its neighboring lowlands from the mountain peak.

Fish Sanctuary

At Taongon Can-andam

Education

The town has schools scattered throughout the barangays. Those located at the town proper are the Banban Elementary School, the Dimiao National High School and a private one, the St. Nicholas Academy. 90% of the inhabitants are literate and most speak some English and Filipino.

References

1.   Municipality of Dimiao | (DILG)
2. "2015 Census of Population, Report No. 3 – Population, Land Area, and Population Density" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. Quezon City, Philippines. August 2016. ISSN   0117-1453. Archived (PDF) from the original on May 25, 2021. Retrieved July 16, 2021.
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4. "PSA Releases the 2018 Municipal and City Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 15 December 2021. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
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6. "Municipality of Dimiao". Province of Bohol. Retrieved 30 January 2015.
7. Census of Population and Housing (2010). "Region VII (Central Visayas)". Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. National Statistics Office . Retrieved 29 June 2016.
8. "Dimiao: Average Temperatures and Rainfall". Meteoblue. Retrieved 9 May 2020.
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10. Censuses of Population (1903–2007). "Region VII (Central Visayas)". Table 1. Population Enumerated in Various Censuses by Province/Highly Urbanized City: 1903 to 2007. National Statistics Office.
11. "Province of Bohol". Municipality Population Data. Local Water Utilities Administration Research Division. Retrieved 17 December 2016.
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13. "Estimation of Local Poverty in the Philippines" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 29 November 2005.
14. "2003 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 23 March 2009.
15. "City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates; 2006 and 2009" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 3 August 2012.
16. "2012 Municipal and City Level Poverty Estimates" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 31 May 2016.
17. "Municipal and City Level Small Area Poverty Estimates; 2009, 2012 and 2015". Philippine Statistics Authority. 10 July 2019.
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19. "Bohol Festivals Timetable". www.bohol-philippines.com. Retrieved 2019-03-18.

Sources

"Ermita Ruins". Municipality of Dimiao. 2010. Archived from the original on 28 October 2012.

External links

• Philippine Standard Geographic Code
• Municipality of Dimiao
• Dimiao
• Dimiao attractions