About | LGU Dimiao Bohol Philippines

history

Dimiao is one of the oldest towns in Bohol. It is said that before it became an independent town, it was a significant part of a bigger county/town called Loboc. When it was part of Loboc the Seat of Government was located in Dimiao, where people would seek government authorities and permits.

Dimiao was officially declared an independent town on January 22, 1769, or 250 years ago, and annually, January 22 is celebrated as its Foundation Day.

Dimiao’s historical sites offer a captivating journey through its vibrant past, blending modern energy with echoes of bygone eras, inviting travelers to explore its rich cultural legacy.

Facts and Figures:

Location	:	Southern Part of Bohol
Congressional District	:	3^rd District
Number of Barangays	:	35 barangays (8 coastal and 27 inland)
Income Classification	:	4^th Class
Ave. LGU Annual Income	:	P 39,958,332.00 (CY 2011)
Total Municipal Land Area	:	10,160 hectares
Timberland Area	:
Alienable & Disposable (A & D)	:	10,029.9100
Soil Cover	:	Sevilla Clay and Faraon Clay
River Basins (Watershed Areas)	:	Loboc RB,Panamnam RB,Panangatan RB and Tocdog RB
Population	:	14,187 (2007 Census) 14,404 (2011 projected) 14,456 (2020 projected)
Average Population Growth Rate	:	0.04% (2000-2007 NSO)
Total Number of Households	:	6,598 (2007 census)
Major Industries	:	Farming, Fishing
Literacy Rate	:	91%
Higher Education Institutions	:	Secondary
Number of Secondary Schools	:	3
Number of Primary/ Elementary Schools	:	3 Primary, 12 Elementary
Language/ Dialect	:	Boholano (Binisaya)
Religion/ Religious Affiliation (1990)	:	Roman Catholic
Main source of potable water	:	Groundwater
Water Supply	:	L1 Facilities: 82 L2 systems: 10 L3 systems: 2
Ave. Day Water Demand (Projected)	:	639 cum/d, CY 2010 (BIWSSMP) ; 1,687 cu.m./d, CY 2030 (BIWSSMP)
Estimated Groundwater Recharge	:	70,696 cu.m./day (SWECO)
Water Demand for Irrigation	:	7,884 cum/d (SWECO)
Energization Status (as of CY 1999)	:	35 barangays energized ; 3,037 or 98 % households served/connected
No. of HH w/ accessed to Sanitary Toilets	:	2,377 (CY 2009)
Drainage and Sewerage System	:	None
Number of Barangay Health Stations	:	6
Number of Hospital	:
Number of Municipal Health Center	:	1
Number of Day Care Centers	:	20
Carpable Areas		855.6314 hectares
Total Road Length		120.151 kms. (Mun. Rd-8.360 kms, Prov’l. Rd-76.650 kms, Nat’l. & Prov’l. Rd-35.141 kms.)
Total Number of Bridges		16 Existing Bridges
Communication System		Public Calling Office: 1 Globelines ; Cell sites: 2 (1-Smart, 1- Globelines)
Official Website		dimiao.bohol.gov.ph

MUNICIPALITY OF DIMIAO

VISION

It is envision that Dimiao will be a prime agri-eco-cultural tourist destination in Bohol, where God-centered people freely enjoy an advanced and stable economy, founded on sustainable agriculture, ecologically balanced environment, politically empowered constituency, globally competitive human resources, and well nurtured culture and arts.

MISSION

Its mission is to harness its human resources in all sectors of the municipality in order to develop and improve the living conditions of its constituency; to provide employment opportunities for the welfare of the general public; to preserve and enhance the town’s cultural heritage; and to promote development without sacrificing its environment. agencies and nongovernmental organizations for a self-reliant community.

GOALS

To preserve the municipality’s tourist resources and potential center on its beaches, diving spots, and cultural/religious activities. Consequently, the the municipality is aiming to improve productivity to support the tourist industry, social and economic services and environmental protection by effectively implementing all development plans and programs.