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==External links==
==External links==
{{Wikivoyage|Zamboanguita}}
{{Wikivoyage|Zamboanguita}}
*[http://www.census.gov.ph/ Philippine Census Information]
*[http://web.archive.org/web/20160215003931/http://census.gov.ph/ Philippine Census Information]
*[http://harrybalais.com/2012/04/the-wednesday-market-in-malatapay-zamboanguita-negros-oriental/ The Wednesday Market in Malatapay, Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental]
*[http://harrybalais.com/2012/04/the-wednesday-market-in-malatapay-zamboanguita-negros-oriental/ The Wednesday Market in Malatapay, Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental]


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Zamboanguita
Municipality
Map of Negros Oriental showing the location of Zamboanguita
Map of Negros Oriental showing the location of Zamboanguita
Country Philippines
RegionNegros Island Region (NIR/Region XVIII)
ProvinceNegros Oriental
District3rd district of Negros Oriental
Founded1866
Barangays10
Government
[1]
 • MayorGlen Alanano
 • Vice MayorEping Elmido
Area
[2]
 • Total85.86 km2 (33.15 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)[3]
 • Total24,996
 • Density290/km2 (750/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code
6218
Dialing code035
Income class4th class

Zamboanguita is a fourth class municipality in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 24,914 people.[3]

Geography

About 28 kilometres (17 mi) from Dumaguete City, Zamboanguita is at the southern tip of the province of Negros Oriental and across from the island province of Siquijor. To the west of Zamboanguita is the municipality of Siaton, and to the north/east is the municipality of Dauin.

Barangays

Zamboanguita is politically subdivided into 10 barangays.

  • Basak
  • Calango
  • Lotuban
  • Malongcay Diot
  • Maluay
  • Mayabon
  • Nabago
  • Nasig-id
  • Najandig
  • Poblacion

History

Zamboanguita (meaning "little Zamboanga") acquired its name from its neighbor down south across the sea, Zamboanga City. Zamboanguita was established in 1866. Modest compared to the 6th largest city in the Philippines with 98 barangays, Zamboanguita has only 10 barangays.

Demographics

Population census of Zamboanguita
YearPop.±% p.a.
1990 17,110—    
1995 18,905+1.89%
2000 23,338+4.62%
2007 24,914+0.91%
2010 24,996+0.12%
Source: National Statistics Office[3]

Fiestas and Traditions

Fiesta – San Isidro Labrador, May 15

Every Wednesday - Malatapay: Open market, fresh seafood, vendors compete to give you the best service and the best food. Not just food, it is a flea market too. It's a feast with authentic native cuisine. People come from all over to enjoy the scenery and the beautiful seaside extravaganza.

Local government

It is part of the 3rd District of Negros Oriental, which is currently represented in the House of Representatives of the Philippines by Pryde Henry Teves.

Current elected officials of Zamboanguita (2010–2013):

  • Mayor: Kit Marc Bantaya Adanza
  • Vice-Mayor: Glenson Elola Alanano
  • Councilors:
    • Samson C. Elnar
    • Deodoro Elli Partosa
    • Felipe Tuban Elmido Sr.
    • Florenita Trinidad Elvinia
    • Victoriano Flores Marilla
    • Rustica Alabado
    • Mario Credo Pinili
    • Anicito Baliola

Schools in Zamboanguita

High schools

  • GEMHS (Nasig-id), Nasig-id, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Decor Carmeli Academy
  • Jose Marie Locsin Memorial High School, Mayabon
  • Santiago Delmo Memorial High School, National Highway Maluay, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Zamboanguita Science High School, Del Pilar St. Poblacion

Elementary schools

  • Mayabon Elementary School, Mayabon, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Lutoban Elementary School, Lutoban, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Zamboanguita Central Elementary School, Magsaysay St. Poblacion, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Maluay Elementary School, National Highway Maluay, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Nabago Elementary School, Nabago, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Kaladias Elementary School, Najandig, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Malongcay Elementary School, Malongcay Diot, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Salngan Elementary School, Mayabon, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Bangculotan Elementary School, Mayabon, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • GEMES (Nasig-id), Nasig-id, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Basak Elementary School, Basak, Zamboanguita Municipality
  • Benito Gadiana Elementary School (Kapandis Elementary), Mayabon, Zamboanguita Municipality

See also

References

  1. ^ "Elected Mayors – Vice-Mayors and Councilors in Negros Oriental". Dumaguete.com. Retrieved 2016-05-16.
  2. ^ "Province: Negros Oriental". PSGC Interactive. Makati City, Philippines: National Statistical Coordination Board. Retrieved 15 March 2013.
  3. ^ a b c "Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay: as of May 1, 2010" (PDF). 2010 Census of Population and Housing. National Statistics Office. Archived from the original (PDF) on March 9, 2013. Retrieved 15 March 2013. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
Wikivoyage has a travel guide for Zamboanguita.
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