Tingloy

Tingloy
Municipality of Tingloy
A fishing village in Tingloy
A fishing village in Tingloy
Official seal of Tingloy
Map of Batangas with Tingloy highlighted
Map of Batangas with Tingloy highlighted
OpenStreetMap
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Tingloy is located in Philippines
Tingloy
Tingloy
Location within the Philippines
Coordinates: 13°39′N 120°52′E / 13.65°N 120.87°E / 13.65; 120.87
CountryPhilippines
RegionCalabarzon
ProvinceBatangas
District 2nd district
FoundedJune 17, 1955[1]
Barangays15 (see Barangays)
Government
[2]
 • TypeSangguniang Bayan
 • MayorLauro F. Alvarez
 • Vice MayorDawn Erika E. Alvarez
 • RepresentativeGerville Luistro
 • Municipal Council
Members
 • Electorate11,622 voters (2022)
Area
 • Total33.07 km2 (12.77 sq mi)
Elevation
16 m (52 ft)
Highest elevation
487 m (1,598 ft)
Lowest elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2020 census)[4]
 • Total19,215
 • Density580/km2 (1,500/sq mi)
 • Households
5,103
Economy
 • Income class5th municipal income class
 • Poverty incidence
9.35
% (2021)[5]
 • Revenue₱ 77.57 million (2020)
 • Assets₱ 142 million (2020)
 • Expenditure₱ 64.8 million (2020)
 • Liabilities₱ 32.96 million (2020)
Service provider
 • ElectricityBatangas 2 Electric Cooperative (BATELEC 2)
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code
4203
PSGC
IDD:area code+63 (0)43
Native languagesTagalog

Tingloy, officially the Municipality of Tingloy (Tagalog: Bayan ng Tingloy), is a 5th class municipality in the province of Batangas, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 19,215 people, making it the least populated municipality in the province.[4]

The municipality comprises Maricaban Island, Caban Island, and other minor islets, all just south of the Calumpang Peninsula. Visitors to its beaches and diving facilities are a source of income.

History

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The name "Tingloy" was, according to legend, derived from a plant of almost the same name, "tinghoy", which is largely found in abundance on the island up to now.[citation needed]

The first people to inhabit the island almost a century ago[when?] came from Taal and Bauan, presumably to escape the brutalities perpetrated by the Spanish "conquistadors". They came in family groups and finding the place a haven, settled down in definite areas later forming the various barrios now comprising the created political subdivision. It is said that the former barrio of Tingloy was founded by Jose Martinez, a Taaleño.[6][verification needed]

At several times the island was placed under the jurisdiction of different towns. The island was originally part of the town of San Luis. In 1917, it was placed under the jurisdiction of Bauan, only to be separated from it a year later when the municipality of Mabini was formed. In 1921, it was again placed under the jurisdiction of Bauan.

During the Spanish regime, people were educated at home learning to read the "Cartillas" and the "Caton" "Christiana". During American occupation schools were established. Ireneo Martinez together with Flaviano Gamben, initiated a movement for a model schoolhouse for the former barrio of Tingloy. This movement became a success when a model schoolhouse was constructed in the present poblacion of the Municipality of Tingloy sometime in 1921.[6]

During the second regular session of the 3rd Congress of the Philippines, the barrios of Tingloy, Maricaban, Papaya, Pisa, Gamao, and Talahib were separated from Bauan and constituted into the newly created municipality of Tingloy.[7] President Ramon Magsaysay, on June 17, 1955, appointed the first municipal officials headed by Ramon De Claro as mayor.

Geography

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According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the municipality has a land area of 33.07 square kilometres (12.77 sq mi)[8] constituting 1.06% of the 3,119.75-square-kilometre- (1,204.54 sq mi) total area of Batangas.

Just off the southwest coast of the Batangas mainland, about two nautical miles (3.7 kilometres) south, lies the radish-shaped island of Maricaban. It has a land area of about 14 square miles (36 square kilometres) of rugged hills and sloping mountains with occasional lowland plains and valleys.

Barangays

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Tingloy is politically subdivided into 15 barangays.[9] Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.


PSGC Barangay Population ±% p.a.
2020[4] 2010[10]
041033001 Corona 4.5% 861 870 −0.10%
041033003 Gamao 5.5% 1,062 1,039 0.22%
041033004 Makawayan 5.1% 977 982 −0.05%
041033005 Marikaban 6.4% 1,221 1,112 0.94%
041033006 Papaya 9.1% 1,747 1,732 0.09%
041033007 Pisa 6.1% 1,181 965 2.04%
041033008 Barangay 13 (Poblacion 1) 4.6% 876 794 0.99%
041033009 Barangay 14 (Poblacion 2) 4.6% 886 812 0.88%
041033010 Barangay 15 (Poblacion 3) 4.5% 867 722 1.85%
041033011 San Isidro 8.8% 1,686 1,459 1.46%
041033012 San Jose 7.4% 1,428 1,197 1.78%
041033013 San Juan 10.0% 1,916 1,821 0.51%
041033014 San Pedro 2.5% 477 527 −0.99%
041033015 Santo Tomas 8.7% 1,673 1,677 −0.02%
041033016 Talahib 5.5% 1,061 1,161 −0.90%
Total 19,215 16,870 1.31%

Climate

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Climate data for Tingloy, Batangas
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 28
(82)
29
(84)
30
(86)
31
(88)
31
(88)
30
(86)
29
(84)
29
(84)
29
(84)
29
(84)
29
(84)
28
(82)
29
(85)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 22
(72)
21
(70)
22
(72)
23
(73)
25
(77)
25
(77)
25
(77)
25
(77)
25
(77)
24
(75)
23
(73)
22
(72)
24
(74)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 48
(1.9)
32
(1.3)
41
(1.6)
54
(2.1)
257
(10.1)
410
(16.1)
466
(18.3)
422
(16.6)
429
(16.9)
300
(11.8)
137
(5.4)
92
(3.6)
2,688
(105.7)
Average rainy days 10.8 8.0 9.8 11.7 23.1 27.5 29.2 28.7 28.7 25.5 18.2 12.8 234
Source: Meteoblue[11]

Demographics

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Population census of Tingloy
YearPop.±% p.a.
1960 7,656—    
1970 10,636+3.34%
1975 11,963+2.39%
1980 13,381+2.26%
1990 15,430+1.44%
1995 14,897−0.66%
2000 17,028+2.91%
2007 18,548+1.19%
2010 16,870−3.39%
2015 17,919+1.16%
2020 19,215+1.38%
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[12][10][13][14]

In the 2020 census, Tingloy had a population of 19,215.[4] The population density was 580 inhabitants per square kilometre (1,500/sq mi).

Economy

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Poverty incidence of Tingloy

10
20
30
40
50
2006
44.00
2009
26.19
2012
31.64
2015
26.22
2018
19.08
2021
9.35

Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22]

Attractions

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Masasa Beach
A view from Sabang on the island of Mindoro in the Philippines towards Maricaban Island.
  • Masasa Beach (Barangay San Juan) is one of the most visited beaches of the place, and is known for its white sand and beautiful sunset. It is located on the other side of the island which is accessible by walking or tricycle.
  • Mag-Asawang Bato is one of the two peaks of the island, and this is the most visited peak by mountaineers and nature enthusiasts, where a 360° view of the whole island can be seen.
  • Isla Sombrero (Sombrero Island) is a small uninhabited island located at the eastern tip of Maricaban. It is accessible through a medium-sized motor-boat or banka, and is one of the most visited beach attractions in the island.
  • Batalang-Bato (Pulang Buli) is a fish sanctuary between Barangay Santo Tomas and Barangay Talahib. For research diving and snorkeling, permission is needed from the BBMC and the barangay councils of Santo Tomas and Talahib.
  • Caban Island is also considered one of the tourist spots because of its white sand and scattered beaches surrounding the island.One of these are Mapating Beach, Layag Layag Point, Caban Island Beach, Fortales Beach and Bahay Kambing.
  • Diving is one of the major activities in the town because of its different diving spots.

References

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  1. ^ "Republic Act No. 1344 : REPUBLIC ACTS - PHILIPPINE LAWS STATUTES and CODES - CHANROBLES VIRTUAL LAW LIBRARY".
  2. ^ Municipality of Tingloy | (DILG)
  3. ^ "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.
  4. ^ a b c d Census of Population (2020). "Region IV-A (Calabarzon)". Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 8 July 2021.
  5. ^ "PSA Releases the 2021 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 2 April 2024. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  6. ^ a b "TINGLOY TOWN", TINGLOY TOWN FIESTA SOUVENIR PROGRAM, 1979-10-18
  7. ^ "Republic Act No. 1344 - An Act to Create the Municipality of Tingloy in the Province of Batangas". Chan Robles Virtual Law Library. 17 June 1955. Retrieved 11 December 2016.
  8. ^ "Province: Batangas". PSGC Interactive. Quezon City, Philippines: Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 12 November 2016.
  9. ^ "Municipal: Tingloy". PSGC Interactive. Quezon City, Philippines: Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
  10. ^ a b Census of Population and Housing (2010). "Region IV-A (Calabarzon)" (PDF). Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. National Statistics Office. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
  11. ^ "Tingloy: Average Temperatures and Rainfall". Meteoblue. Retrieved 5 May 2020.
  12. ^ Census of Population (2015). "Region IV-A (Calabarzon)". Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
  13. ^ Censuses of Population (1903–2007). "Region IV-A (Calabarzon)". Table 1. Population Enumerated in Various Censuses by Province/Highly Urbanized City: 1903 to 2007. National Statistics Office.
  14. ^ "Province of Batangas". Municipality Population Data. Local Water Utilities Administration Research Division. Retrieved 17 December 2016.
  15. ^ "Poverty incidence (PI):". Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved December 28, 2020.
  16. ^ "Estimation of Local Poverty in the Philippines" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 29 November 2005.
  17. ^ "2003 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 23 March 2009.
  18. ^ "City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates; 2006 and 2009" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 3 August 2012.
  19. ^ "2012 Municipal and City Level Poverty Estimates" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 31 May 2016.
  20. ^ "Municipal and City Level Small Area Poverty Estimates; 2009, 2012 and 2015". Philippine Statistics Authority. 10 July 2019.
  21. ^ "PSA Releases the 2018 Municipal and City Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 15 December 2021. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
  22. ^ "PSA Releases the 2021 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 2 April 2024. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
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