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Tampakan
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 • Jawiتمڤاكن
Motto: 
Mabulawanong Tampakan
CountryPhilippines
RegionNegros Island Region
FoundedJune 21, 1970
Barangays(see Barangays)
Government
 [1]
 • MayorLeonard T. Escobillo (ATM-PFP)
 • Vice MayorAnadel T. Magbanua (ATM-PFP)
 • South Cotabato 1st District RepresentativeIsidro D. Lumayag (PFP)
 • CouncilorsMichael T. Escobillo (ATM-PFP)
John Mark C. Baldon (ATM-PFP)
Erve T. Tutor Roy M. Cagas (ATM-PFP)
Celso F. Doc (ATM-PFP)
Alexey C. Cariaga (ATM-PFP)
Anadel T. Magbanua (ATM-PFP)
Catherine T. Tabaco (ATM-PFP)
Erve T. Tutor (ATM-PFP)
Sotero N. Castillanes (ABC Ex Officio)
Amay Collado (IPMR Ex Officio)
Christian Dave Ho (SK Ex Officio)
 • Electoratevoters (?)
Highest elevation
1,400 m (4,600 ft)
Lowest elevation
68 m (223 ft)
Economy
 • Poverty incidence
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 • Revenue₱ 
 • Assets₱ 
 • Expenditure₱ 
 • Liabilities₱ 
Service provider
 • Electricity—
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
PSGC
PSGC unknown

Tampakan, officially the Municipality of Tampakan (Hiligaynon: Banwa sang Tampakan; Cebuano: Lungsod sa Tampakan; Ilocano: Ili ti Tampakan; Tagalog: Bayan ng Tampakan; Maguindanaon: Inged nu Tampakan, Jawi: ايڠد نو تمڤاكن), is a municipality in the province of South Cotabato, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 42,304 people.

Government Officials

Municipal Officials

Executive Branch

Mayor
No. Mayor Party Start of term End of term
10 Leonard T. Escobillo, RN ATM-PFP June 30, 2019 June 30, 2025

Legislative Branch

Vice-Mayor
No. Mayor Party Start of term End of term
Ric "Toton" A. Magbanua ATM-PFP June 30, 2025 June 30, 2028
Councilors
District/ League/ Sector Councilor Party Start of term End of term
Micheal T. Escobillo Lone ATM-PFP June 30, 2025 June 30, 2028
John Mark "Bobsi" C. Baldon Lone ATM-PFP June 30, 2022 June 30, 2028
Erve T. Tutor Lone ATM-PFP June 30, 2019 June 30, 2028
Roy M. Cagas Lone ATM-PFP June 30, 2019 June 30, 2028
Celso F. Doc Lone ATM-PFP June 30, 2019 June 30, 2028
Alexey "Totoy" C. Cariaga Lone ATM-PFP June 30, 2022 June 30, 2028
Anadel "Dodong" T. Magbanua Lone ATM-PFP June 30, 2025 June 30, 2028
Catherine T. Tabaco Lone ATM-PFP June 30, 2025 June 30, 2028
Sotero N. Castillanes ABC Nonpartisan July 8, 2025 December 31, 2025
Amay Collado IPMR Nonpartisan December 31, 2025
Christian Dave Ho SK Nonpartisan January 1, 2024 December 31, 2025

Barangay Officials

Tampakan is politically subdivided into 14 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks while some have sitios. Brgy. Captain Neil Ryan Escobillo currently serves as the ABC President of Tampakan and concurrently holds the position of ABC President for the Province of South Cotabato. In view of his provincial responsibilities, the ABC Vice President of Tampakan, Brgy. Captain Sotero N. Castillanes, assumes the role of ex officio member representing Tampakan.

There are 3 barangays which classified as urban (highlighted in bold)

Barangay Barangay Captain SK Chairman
Albagan Jito V. Suhot Trixie Megan Carillo
Buto Ferdinand S. Encia Eddie Luie Amora
Danlag Judith J. Magbanua Christian Dave Ho (SK President)
Kipalbig Rolando D. Malabuyoc Jester Cloyd Oñez
Lambayong Glenn F. Tabano Vincent Paul Bunga
Liberty Nolin S. Jalagat Jorimar Cabañas
Lampitak Marinillo M. Ngalon Vanessa Garcia
Maltana Eric Entong John Rupert Suba
Poblacion Jose Nilo G. Vargas Ian Clark Cornelio
Palo Sotero N. Castillanes (ABC Vice President) Angel Grace Panes
Pula Bato Neil Ryan T. Escobillo (ABC President - Tampakan & South Cotabato) Jhemer John Gulay
San Isidro Armando C. Serida Sharia Uy
Santa Cruz Wilfredo M. Epe
Tablu Gloria P. Magbanua Gretz Paul Obaña

Former Mayors and Vice Mayors

No. Mayor Tenure Vice mayor
1 Anastacio Navato, Sr. (Appointed) 1964 (12 Days)
2 Ireneo T. Barroso 1964 1980 Alfredo C. Cagas
3 Teodorico N. Josol March 1980 February 1986 Rosalina C. Villanueva
4 Roberto Y. Barroso, Jr. February 1986 June 30, 1995
5 Emilio B. Escobillo, Sr. June 30, 1995 June 30, 1998 Felixberto A. Solaria
6 Claudius G. Barroso, CPA June 30, 1998 June 30, 2007
Pedro A. Cagas
7 Bienvenido G. Barroso, LLB June 30, 2007 June 30, 2010 Pedro A. Cagas
8 Pedro A. Cagas (Acting) June 30, 2007 June 30, 2010
9 Leonardo V. Escobillo, ME June 30, 2010 June 30, 2019 Relly A. Leysa
James S. Cagas
10 Leonard T. Escobillo, RN June 30, 2019 June 30, 2028 John Mark "Bobsi" C. Baldon
Anadel "Dodong" T. Magbanua
Ric "Toton" A. Magbanua

Climate

Tampakan, South Cotabato experiences a relatively mild and consistent climate throughout the year. The average daily maximum temperature ranges from 22 °C to 24 °C (72 °F to 75 °F), while the minimum stays between 15 °C and 17 °C (59 °F to 63 °F). Rainfall is spread across the year, with a total annual precipitation of approximately 1,623 mm (63.9 inches). The wettest months are June to October, each receiving over 180 mm of rain and experiencing 25 to 27 rainy days. In contrast, the driest months are January to March, with rainfall below 60 mm and fewer than 12 rainy days per month. Overall, the climate is cool and wet, especially during the mid-year monsoon season.

Climate data for Tampakan, South Cotabato
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 23
(73) 		23
(73) 		24
(75) 		24
(75) 		23
(73) 		22
(72) 		22
(72) 		22
(72) 		22
(72) 		22
(72) 		22
(72) 		23
(73) 		23
(73)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 15
(59) 		15
(59) 		15
(59) 		16
(61) 		17
(63) 		17
(63) 		16
(61) 		16
(61) 		16
(61) 		16
(61) 		16
(61) 		16
(61) 		16
(61)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 54
(2.1) 		41
(1.6) 		56
(2.2) 		81
(3.2) 		154
(6.1) 		212
(8.3) 		223
(8.8) 		218
(8.6) 		192
(7.6) 		184
(7.2) 		135
(5.3) 		73
(2.9) 		1,623
(63.9)
Average rainy days 10.4 9.1 11.2 14.4 24.6 27.0 26.7 26.1 25.6 26.9 22.6 15.1 239.7
Source: Meteoblue[3]

Demographics

Tampakan has experienced consistent population growth over the decades. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the population rose from 10,731 in 1970 to 41,018 in 2020. The most significant growth occurred between 1970 and 1975, with an annual increase of 8.16%. Growth continued at a steadier pace in the following decades, with the population reaching 18,057 in 1980, 25,526 in 1990, and 33,011 in 2000. While growth persisted into the 21st century, it began to slow, recording 34,245 in 2007, 36,254 in 2010, and 39,525 in 2015. By 2020, the growth rate had declined to 0.73% annually. This gradual deceleration suggests a shift toward population stabilization in recent years.

Population census of Tampakan
YearPop.±% p.a.
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[4][5][6]

Religion

Churches in Tampakan:

  • Lifehouse Community of Faith, Inc. (SBC), Brgy. Poblacion
  • Greenland Community Church (SBC), Brgy. Buto
  • Greenview Baptist Church (SBC), Brgy. Buto
  • Amazing Grace Baptist Church (SBC), Brgy. Maltana
  • Snip Baptist Church (SBC), Brgy. Tablu
  • Liberty Baptist Church (SBC), Brgy. Liberty
  • Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Brgy. Sta. Cruz
  • Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Brgy. Poblacion
  • Born Again Sanctuary of Praise, Brgy. Poblacion
  • Iglesia Ni Cristo, Brgy. Poblacion
  • Assembly of God Church, Brgy. Poblacion

Economy

Poverty incidence of (%)

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Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[7]

There is a proposed copper and gold mine in Tampakan. Once approved for operations, the Tampakan Copper-Gold Project will be the largest in the Philippines and among the largest copper mines in the world.[8]

The local government of Tampakan has for now cancelled its agreement with Sagittarius Mines to develop the reserves into a mine in 2020 alleging that the terms of the deal is lopsided against residents and the community[9]

References

  1. ↑
  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. ↑ "Tampakan: Average Temperatures and Rainfall". Meteoblue. Retrieved 15 May 2020.
  4. ↑ Census of Population (2015). Highlights of the Philippine Population 2015 Census of Population. Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
  5. ↑ Census of Population and Housing (2010). Population and Annual Growth Rates for The Philippines and Its Regions, Provinces, and Highly Urbanized Cities (PDF). National Statistics Office. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
  6. ↑ Censuses of Population (1903–2007). Table 1. Population Enumerated in Various Censuses by Region: 1903 to 2007. National Statistics Office.
  7. ↑ "Poverty incidence (PI):". Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved December 28, 2020.
  8. ↑ "The Tampakan Copper-Gold Project ( TCGP )". 20 March 2021.
  9. ↑ Sarmiento, Bong (30 August 2020). "Officials quash plan, for now, to develop Philippines' biggest copper mine". Mongabay.
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