Balingoan, Misamis Oriental


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Barangays

Balingoan is politically subdivided into 9 barangays.

History

Formerly part of Talisayan, it gained independence on March 1, 1952. According to the local legend, it derived its name from the word "baling ni juan", which later on became simply as "Balingoan".

Demographics

In the, the population of Balingoan, Misamis Oriental, was people, with a density of.

Economy

Produce: Copra, fish, sea shells, fruits, vegetables, animal meat, and dairy products.

Culture

Feast day: May 29. Patron Saint: San Alonzo de Rodriguez

Transportation

Port of Balingoan is the main port for travellers going to the provincial island of Camiguin. From Cagayan de Oro to Balingoan is about and would take around 1.5 hours bus ride as well as from Butuan.

Education

There are 9 Public Elementary Schools situated in Barangays San Alonzo, Bauk-bauk, Lapinig, Mantangale, Mapua, Kauswagan, Kabulakan, Dahilig and Kabangasan.