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La Libertad, Negros Oriental

Coordinates: 10°02′N 123°13′E / 10.03°N 123.22°E / 10.03; 123.22
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La Libertad
Municipality
Municipality of La Libertad
Sunset view taken at a beach in La Libertad
Sunset view taken at a beach in La Libertad
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Map of Negros Oriental with La Libertad highlighted
Map of Negros Oriental with La Libertad highlighted
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La Libertad is located in Philippines
La Libertad
La Libertad
Location within the Philippines
Coordinates: 10°02′N 123°13′E / 10.03°N 123.22°E / 10.03; 123.22
CountryPhilippines
RegionNegros Island Region
ProvinceNegros Oriental
District 1st district
FoundedJanuary 10, 1919
Barangays29 (see Barangays)
Government
 [1]
 • TypeSangguniang Bayan
 • MayorEmmanuel L. Iway (LP)
 • Vice MayorLawrence D. Limkaichong (LP)
 • RepresentativeJocelyn Sy-Limkaichong
 • Municipal Council
Members
 • Electorate25,511 voters (2022)
Area
[2]
 • Total
139.60 km2 (53.90 sq mi)
Elevation
50 m (160 ft)
Highest elevation
556 m (1,824 ft)
Lowest elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2020 census)[3]
 • Total
41,089
 • Density290/km2 (760/sq mi)
 • Households
10,285
Economy
 • Income class3rd municipal income class
 • Poverty incidence
38.77
% (2021)[4]
 • Revenue₱ 147.8 million (2020)
 • Assets₱ 699.5 million (2020)
 • Expenditure₱ 225 million (2020)
 • Liabilities₱ 227.6 million (2020)
Service provider
 • ElectricityNegros Oriental 1 Electric Cooperative (NORECO 1)
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code
6213
PSGC
074613000
IDD : area code +63 (0)35
Native languagesCebuano
Tagalog
Websitewww.lalibertad-negor.gov.ph

La Libertad, officially the Municipality of La Libertad (Cebuano: Lungsod sa La Libertad; Tagalog: Bayan ng La Libertad), is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 41,089 people.[3]

History

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La Libertad is 105 kilometres (65 mi) north of Dumaguete.

Before and during the Spanish Conquest of the Philippines, the Municipality of La Libertad was inhabited by primitive tribes who were mostly Negritos. Several enterprising families from neighboring villages and distant provinces began to settle; among the first pioneers was a certain Pedro Absin.

These people were the leading pioneer families of the "old" Hinoba-an. Most of them were engaged in farming and fishing.

The fertile valleys of Hinoba-an were drawing several families who immigrated there in the later part of the Spanish period. They were attracted by the richness of the soil of the Hinoba-an.

La Libertad was severely affected during the 2012 Visayas earthquake, that caused landslides killing dozens of people.[5]

Geography

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Tañon Strait is located to the east of this municipality.

Barangays

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La Libertad is politically subdivided into 29 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.


PSGC Barangay Population ±% p.a.
2020[3] 2010[6]
074613001 Aniniaw 2.5% 1,015 1,106 ▾ −0.85%
074613002 Aya 2.6% 1,052 953 ▴ 0.99%
074613003 Bagtic 3.6% 1,497 1,344 ▴ 1.08%
074613004 Biga-a 2.3% 927 1,101 ▾ −1.71%
074613005 Busilak 3.3% 1,369 1,176 ▴ 1.53%
074613006 Cangabo 2.9% 1,182 1,245 ▾ −0.52%
074613007 Cantupa 3.3% 1,348 1,048 ▴ 2.55%
074613029 Elecia (Talostos) 4.0% 1,657 1,561 ▴ 0.60%
074613008 Eli 4.0% 1,629 1,273 ▴ 2.50%
074613009 Guihob 4.5% 1,843 2,048 ▾ −1.05%
074613010 Kansumandig 3.3% 1,350 1,242 ▴ 0.84%
074613011 Mambulod 1.6% 662 632 ▴ 0.46%
074613012 Mandapaton 3.9% 1,603 1,927 ▾ −1.82%
074613013 Manghulyawon 3.8% 1,578 1,398 ▴ 1.22%
074613014 Manluminsag 2.0% 808 776 ▴ 0.40%
074613015 Mapalasan 1.6% 660 557 ▴ 1.71%
074613016 Maragondong 2.2% 891 930 ▾ −0.43%
074613017 Martilo 5.2% 2,134 2,038 ▴ 0.46%
074613018 Nasungan 4.5% 1,868 1,558 ▴ 1.83%
074613019 Pacuan 6.8% 2,777 2,478 ▴ 1.15%
074613020 Pangca 1.2% 488 652 ▾ −2.86%
074613021 Pisong 3.3% 1,341 1,325 ▴ 0.12%
074613022 Pitogo 3.5% 1,441 1,216 ▴ 1.71%
074613023 Poblacion North 6.1% 2,507 2,319 ▴ 0.78%
074613024 Poblacion South 3.3% 1,371 1,338 ▴ 0.24%
074613025 San Jose 4.1% 1,689 1,703 ▾ −0.08%
074613026 Solonggon 6.2% 2,565 2,235 ▴ 1.39%
074613027 Tala-on 2.2% 907 806 ▴ 1.19%
074613028 Talayong 2.3% 930 919 ▴ 0.12%
Total 41,089 38,904 ▴ 0.55%

Climate

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Climate data for La Libertad, Negros Oriental
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 29
(84) 		30
(86) 		31
(88) 		32
(90) 		31
(88) 		30
(86) 		30
(86) 		30
(86) 		30
(86) 		30
(86) 		29
(84) 		29
(84) 		30
(86)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 23
(73) 		22
(72) 		23
(73) 		24
(75) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		24
(75) 		24
(75) 		23
(73) 		24
(75)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 42
(1.7) 		34
(1.3) 		40
(1.6) 		61
(2.4) 		124
(4.9) 		188
(7.4) 		190
(7.5) 		191
(7.5) 		189
(7.4) 		186
(7.3) 		124
(4.9) 		73
(2.9) 		1,442
(56.8)
Average rainy days 10.0 8.5 9.5 12.8 22.3 26.8 28.4 27.9 27.3 27.6 20.5 13.1 234.7
Source: Meteoblue[7]

Economy

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Poverty incidence of La Libertad

10
20
30
40
50
60
2006
55.90
2009
50.20
2012
50.97
2015
57.52
2018
31.40
2021
38.77

Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15]

Demographics

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Population census of La Libertad
YearPop.±% p.a.
1903 3,732—    
1939 17,795+4.43%
1948 18,770+0.59%
1960 25,335+2.53%
1970 29,693+1.60%
1975 31,460+1.17%
1980 30,730−0.47%
1990 29,958−0.25%
1995 32,456+1.51%
2000 35,122+1.71%
2007 37,007+0.72%
2010 38,904+1.84%
2015 38,602−0.15%
2020 41,089+1.24%
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[16][6][17][18]

Tourism

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In terms of attractions, La Libertad offers an abundance of outdoor destinations. The municipality is known for the white sand beach of Solongon, which attracts tourists and locals alike. The nearby Mt. Panciao also offers opportunities for hiking and exploration.

Education

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The public schools in the town of La Libertad are administered by two school districts under the Schools Division of Negros Oriental.

Elementary schools:

  • Agbobolo Elementary School — Sitio Agbobolo, Aya
  • Aniniaw Elementary School — Aniniaw
  • Aya Elementary School — Aya
  • Bagtic Elementary School — Bagtic
  • Biga-a Elementary School — Biga-a
  • Busilac Elementary School — Busilak
  • Cangabo Elementary School — Cangabo
  • Eli Elementary School — Eli
  • Guihob Elementary School — Guihob
  • Kansumandig Elementary School — Kansumandig
  • La Libertad Central Elementary School — South Poblacion
  • La Libertad North Poblacion Primary School — North Poblacion
  • Mambulod Elementary School — Mambulod
  • Mandapaton Elementary School — Mandapaton
  • Manghulyawon Elementary School — Manghulyawon
  • Manluminsag Elementary School — Manluminsag
  • Mapalasan Elementary School — Mapalasan
  • Martilo Elementary School — Martilo
  • Nasunggan Elementary School — Nasunggan
  • Pacuan Elementary School — Pacuan
  • Pangca Elementary School — Pangca
  • Pisong Elementary School — Pisong
  • Pitogo Elementary School — Pitogo
  • San Jose Elementary School — San Jose
  • Solonggon Elementary School — Solonggon
  • Tala-on Elementary School — Tala-on
  • Talostos Elementary School — Elecia

High schools:

  • La Libertad Technical-Vocational School — South Poblacion
  • La Libertad TVS - Manluminsag Extension — Manluminsag
  • Pacuan National High School — Pacuan
  • Pacuan NHS - Busilac Extension — Busilak
  • Pacuan NHS - Nasunggan Extension — Nasunggan

Private schools:

  • Saint Francis School — North Poblacion

Government

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Elected municipal officials (2010–2013):

  • Mayor: Emmanuel Iway
  • Vice Mayor: Lawrence Limkaichong
  • Councilors:
    • Nancy Temonio Laturnas
    • Ronald Opada
    • Ronie Bulabon
    • Emelia Luz Medes
    • Leonida Rios
    • Jellenito Cayetano
    • Bertoldo Burlasa
    • Jovito Sabanal
    • ABC President: Ronald Gallosa
    • SK Federation President: PJ Arriesgado

List of former elective officials

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Date Position Name
1919–1922 President Isaac Dionaldo
Vice-president Narciso Absin
Secretary Francisco Bautista
Councilors Pio Banogon
Luciano Libo-on
Ireneo Villaespin
Felipe Absin
Andres Absin
Fabio Torres
Leon Bonda-on
Brigido Sabanal
1922–1924 President Isaac Dionaldo
Vice-president Fabio Torres
Secretary Roberto Estoconing
Councilors Margarito Gallosa
Pedro Timtim
Isaias Emperado
Antonio Torres
Pastor Carinal
Marcelo Libo-on
Bregido Sabanal
Benedicto Libo-on
1925 President Isaac Dionaldo
Vice-president Fabio Torres
Secretary Roberto Estoconing
Councilors Antonio E. Torres
Pedrom Timtim
Pator Carinal
Margarito Gallosa
Marcelo Libo-on
Brigido Sabanal
Daniel Donaldo
Benedicto Libo-on, Sr.
1926–1927 President Fabio Torres
Vice-president Daniel Dionaldo
Secretary Roberto Estoconing
Councilors Brigido Sabanal
Antonio E. Torres
Leopoldo Dionaldo
Aquilino Ricarte
Pedro E. Torres
Teodoro Absin
Felix Camero

References

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  1. ^  Municipality of La Libertad | (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.
  3. ^ a b c Census of Population (2020). "Region VII (Central Visayas)". Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 8 July 2021.
  4. ^ "PSA Releases the 2021 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 2 April 2024. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  5. ^ "Quake causes severe damage in La Libertad, Negros Oriental". ABS-CBN News. 7 February 2012. Retrieved 12 March 2013.
  6. ^ a b Census of Population and Housing (2010). "Region VII (Central Visayas)" (PDF). Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. National Statistics Office. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
  7. ^ "La Libertad: Average Temperatures and Rainfall". Meteoblue. Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  8. ^ "Poverty incidence (PI):". Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved December 28, 2020.
  9. ^ "Estimation of Local Poverty in the Philippines" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 29 November 2005.
  10. ^ "2003 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 23 March 2009.
  11. ^ "City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates; 2006 and 2009" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 3 August 2012.
  12. ^ "2012 Municipal and City Level Poverty Estimates" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 31 May 2016.
  13. ^ "Municipal and City Level Small Area Poverty Estimates; 2009, 2012 and 2015". Philippine Statistics Authority. 10 July 2019.
  14. ^ "PSA Releases the 2018 Municipal and City Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 15 December 2021. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
  15. ^ "PSA Releases the 2021 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 2 April 2024. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  16. ^ Census of Population (2015). "Region VII (Central Visayas)". Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
  17. ^ 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.
  18. ^ "Province of". Municipality Population Data. Local Water Utilities Administration Research Division. Retrieved 17 December 2016.
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