Pio Duran

Pio Duran
Malacbalac
Municipality
Municipality of Pio Duran
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Pio Duran is located in Philippines
Pio Duran
Pio Duran
Location within the Philippines
Coordinates: 13°02′N 123°27′E / 13.03°N 123.45°E / 13.03; 123.45
CountryPhilippines
RegionBicol Region
ProvinceAlbay
District 3rd district
Named forPio Saceda Duran
Barangays33 (see Barangays)
Government
 
 • TypeSangguniang Bayan
 • MayorEvangeline Arandia
 • Vice MayorHenry Callope
 • RepresentativeAdrian Salceda
 • Municipal Council
Members
  • Delia M. Napa
  • Karen Joy Y. Moya
  • Rhudy M. Apuli
  • Gina P. Elorde
  • Mary June R. Malgapo
  • Bon Edward A. Barnido
  • Jonathan P. Acoyado
  • Pedro C. de Luna IV
 • Electorate34,500 voters (2025)
Area
 • Total
133.70 km2 (51.62 sq mi)
Elevation
51 m (167 ft)
Highest elevation
296 m (971 ft)
Lowest elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2024 census)
 • Total
48,713
 • Density364.35/km2 (943.65/sq mi)
 • Households
10,813
DemonymPioduranon/ Malacbalacnon
Economy
 • Income class1st municipal income class
 • Poverty incidence
35.37
% (2023)
 • Revenue₱161.420 million (2020)
 • Assets₱475.914 million (2020)
 • Expenditure₱167.684 million (2020)
 • Liabilities₱55.494 million (2020)
Service provider
 • ElectricityAlbay Electric Cooperative (ALECO)
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code
4516
PSGC
0500513000
IDD : area code +63 (0)52
Native languagesTagalog
Bikol Central
Catholic dioceseDiocese of Legazpi
Websitewww.pioduran.gov.ph

Pio Duran, officially the Municipality of Pio Duran (Central Bikol: Banwaan kan Pio Duran; West Miraya Bikol: Banwaan nin Pio Duran; Tagalog: Bayan ng Pio Duran), is a municipality in the province of Albay, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 48,713 people.

It is home to Pio Duran Hot Springs, a peaceful natural resort known for its warm mineral waters and relaxing atmosphere. Surrounded by lush scenery, it offers a soothing retreat for visitors seeking rest and wellness. The site also provides opportunities for hiking and nature exploration.

Etymology

It was named after the Filipino Pan-Asianist, Lawyer and Legislator, Pio Saceda Duran (1900–1961).

Geography

Pio Duran is located at 13°02′N 123°27′E / 13.03°N 123.45°E / 13.03; 123.45.

According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the municipality has a land area of 133.70 square kilometres (51.62 sq mi)  constituting 5.19% of the 2,575.77-square-kilometre- (994.51 sq mi) total area of Albay. Pio Duran is 66 kilometres (41 mi) from Legazpi City and 539 kilometres (335 mi) from Manila.

Barangays

Pio Duran is politically subdivided into 33 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.

PSGC Barangay Population ±% p.a.
2024 2010
050513002 Alabangpuro 1.7% 835 831 ▴ 0.03%
050513005 Banawan (Binawan) 6.6% 3,235 3,149 ▴ 0.19%
050513023 Barangay I (Poblacion) 8.4% 4,070 4,048 ▴ 0.04%
050513024 Barangay II (Poblacion) 3.7% 1,796 1,710 ▴ 0.34%
050513025 Barangay III (Poblacion) 2.0% 986 1,075 ▾ −0.59%
050513026 Barangay IV (Poblacion) 3.0% 1,472 1,637 ▾ −0.73%
050513027 Barangay V (Poblacion) 4.8% 2,362 2,177 ▴ 0.56%
050513003 Basicao Coastal 4.7% 2,300 2,333 ▾ −0.10%
050513004 Basicao Interior 1.2% 599 499 ▴ 1.27%
050513006 Binodegahan 5.2% 2,517 2,319 ▴ 0.57%
050513007 Buenavista 2.6% 1,247 1,153 ▴ 0.54%
050513008 Buyo 0.9% 452 422 ▴ 0.47%
050513009 Caratagan 9.3% 4,536 4,049 ▴ 0.79%
050513010 Cuyaoyao 3.3% 1,618 1,616 ▴ 0.01%
050513011 Flores 2.9% 1,410 1,318 ▴ 0.47%
050513033 La Medalla 3.8% 1,837 1,647 ▴ 0.76%
050513012 Lawinon 2.6% 1,280 1,260 ▴ 0.11%
050513013 Macasitas 1.0% 508 472 ▴ 0.51%
050513014 Malapay 2.2% 1,087 1,035 ▴ 0.34%
050513015 Malidong 4.2% 2,062 2,041 ▴ 0.07%
050513016 Mamlad 1.0% 503 483 ▴ 0.28%
050513017 Marigondon 3.2% 1,562 1,489 ▴ 0.33%
050513018 Matanglad 1.4% 681 655 ▴ 0.27%
050513019 Nablangbulod 1.3% 657 689 ▾ −0.33%
050513020 Oringon 1.4% 667 655 ▴ 0.13%
050513021 Palapas 2.4% 1,181 1,109 ▴ 0.43%
050513022 Panganiran 1.3% 621 586 ▴ 0.40%
050513028 Rawis 1.8% 875 772 ▴ 0.87%
050513029 Salvacion 1.3% 621 552 ▴ 0.82%
050513030 Santo Cristo 0.9% 451 398 ▴ 0.87%
050513031 Sukip 1.8% 868 839 ▴ 0.23%
050513032 Tibabo 1.4% 662 770 ▾ −1.04%
Total 48,713 45,028 ▴ 0.54%

Climate

Climate data for Pio Duran, Albay
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 27
(81)		 28
(82)		 29
(84)		 31
(88)		 31
(88)		 30
(86)		 29
(84)		 29
(84)		 29
(84)		 29
(84)		 29
(84)		 28
(82)		 29
(84)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 22
(72)		 21
(70)		 22
(72)		 23
(73)		 24
(75)		 25
(77)		 25
(77)		 25
(77)		 24
(75)		 24
(75)		 23
(73)		 22
(72)		 23
(74)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 65
(2.6)		 44
(1.7)		 42
(1.7)		 39
(1.5)		 87
(3.4)		 150
(5.9)		 184
(7.2)		 153
(6.0)		 163
(6.4)		 154
(6.1)		 127
(5.0)		 100
(3.9)		 1,308
(51.4)
Average rainy days 13.9 9.2 11.1 12.5 19.6 24.3 26.5 25.0 25.5 24.4 19.4 15.1 226.5
Source: Meteoblue

Demographics

Population census of Pio Duran
YearPop.±% p.a.
1970 26,443—    
1975 31,188+3.37%
1980 33,835+1.64%
1990 36,859+0.86%
1995 41,850+2.41%
2000 44,423+1.29%
2007 44,972+0.17%
2010 45,028+0.05%
2015 46,693+0.69%
2020 49,070+1.05%
2024 48,713−0.18%
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority

In the 2024 census, Pio Duran had a population of 48,713 people. The population density was 360 inhabitants per square kilometre (930/sq mi).

Economy

Poverty incidence of Pio Duran (%)

10
20
30
40
50
60
70
2000
66.73
2003
14.86
2006
57.70
2009
51.25
2012
45.10
2015
37.40
2018
37.47
2021
31.38
2023
35.37

Source: Philippine Statistics Authority

Transportation

Access to the town is via Ligao. It is considered one of the major route going to Masbate.

Education

There are two schools district offices which govern all educational institutions within the municipality. They oversee the management and operations of all private and public, from primary to secondary schools. These are the:

Primary and elementary schools

  • Agol Elementary School
  • Alabangpuro Elementary School
  • Balinad Elementary School
  • Basicao Coastal Elementary School
  • Basicao Interior Elementary School
  • Binodegahan Elementary School
  • BUENAVISTA Elementary School
  • Buyo Elementary School
  • Cagbatano Elementary School
  • Cuyaoyao Elementary School
  • Don Jose Pavia Central School
  • Dr. Sofronio B. Garcia Elementary School
  • Flores Elementary School
  • La Medalla Elementary School
  • Lagaan Elementary School
  • Lawinon Elementary School
  • Macasitas Elementary School
  • Malapay Elementary School
  • Malidong Elementary School
  • Mamlad Elementary School
  • Marigondon Elementary School
  • Matanglad Elementary School
  • Nablangbulod Elementary School
  • ORINGON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Panganiran Elementary School
  • Pioduran Adventist Multi-Grade School
  • Pioduran East Central School
  • Pioduran West Central School
  • Rawis Elementary School
  • Salvacion Elementary School
  • San Lorenzo Academy
  • Sto. Cristo Elementary School
  • Sukip Elementary School
  • Tibabo Elementary School

Secondary schools

  • Alabangpuro High School
  • Flores Institute
  • La Medalla High School
  • Malapay High School
  • Malidong High School
  • Marigondon National High School
  • Pioduran National High School

Higher educational institution

Notable personalities

References

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