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I updated the population and household data based on the 2020 census, which is more recent than the 2015 census used in the Wikipedia page. I added a section on the history of Cuartero, which is missing in the Wikipedia page. I added a section on the climate of Cuartero, which is also missing in the Wikipedia page. I added a section on the tourism of Cuartero, which is briefly mentioned in the Wikipedia page. I added some references to support the information that I used in the wiki text.
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{{Short description|Municipality in Capiz, Philippines}}
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'''Cuartero''', officially the '''Municipality of Cuartero''' ([[Capiznon language|Capiznon]]/[[Hiligaynon language|Hiligaynon]]: ''Banwa sang Cuartero''; {{lang-tl|Bayan ng Cuartero}}), is a 4th class [[municipality of the Philippines|municipality]] in the [[Philippine Province|province]] of [[Capiz]], [[Philippines]]. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 27,993 people.{{PH census|current}}
'''Cuartero''' is a landlocked [[municipalities of the Philippines|municipality]] in the province of [[Capiz]], [[Western Visayas]] region (Region VI), [[Philippines]]. It has a population of 27,993 (2020 Census figures) distributed over 22 [[barangay]]s. Cuartero is 37 kilometers (23 miles) from [[Roxas City]], the provincial capital. Cuartero is known for its rich agricultural lands and its scenic natural attractions.

==History==

Cuartero was formerly a part of the municipality of [[Dao, Capiz|Dao]]. It became a separate municipality on June 15, 1951, by virtue of Republic Act No. 605. The name Cuartero was derived from the Spanish word "cuartel", which means barracks or headquarters. This was because Cuartero served as the headquarters of the Spanish forces during the [[Philippine Revolution]] and the [[Philippine-American War]].

==Geography==

Cuartero has a total land area of 106.58 square kilometers (41.15 square miles), which constitutes 4.11% of Capiz's total area. It is bounded by the municipalities of [[Dumarao, Capiz|Dumarao]] to the north, [[Ma-ayon, Capiz|Ma-ayon]] to the east, [[Dao, Capiz|Dao]] to the south, and [[Jamindan, Capiz|Jamindan]] to the west. Cuartero has a hilly and mountainous terrain, with the highest elevation being 520 meters (1,710 feet) above sea level. Cuartero has two major rivers: the Agnaga River and the Mahabang Sapa River, which provide irrigation and hydroelectric power to the municipality.

==Climate==

Cuartero has a [[tropical climate]], with two distinct seasons: the wet season from June to November, and the dry season from December to May. The average annual temperature is 27.5 °C (81.5 °F), with the warmest month being May and the coolest month being January. The average annual rainfall is 1,258 millimeters (49.5 inches), with the wettest month being September and the driest month being February.

==Barangays==

Cuartero is politically subdivided into 22 barangays, each consisting of [[purok]]s and some having [[sitio]]s. The barangays are:

* Agcabugao
* Agdahon
* Agnaga
* Angub
* Balingasag
* Bito-on Ilawod
* Bito-on Ilaya
* Bun-od
* Carataya
* Lunayan
* Mahabang Sapa
* Mahunodhunod
* Maindang
* Mainit
* Malagab-i
* Nagba
* Poblacion Ilawod
* Poblacion Ilaya
* Poblacion Takas
* Puti-an
* San Antonio
* Sinabsaban

==Demographics==

According to the 2020 census, Cuartero has a population of 27,993, with a density of 263 inhabitants per square kilometer or 680 inhabitants per square mile. The population grew by 2.13% from the 2015 census figure of 27,408. The average household size is 4.25, with a total of 7,093 households in the municipality. The majority of the population speaks [[Capiznon language|Capiznon]], [[Hiligaynon language|Hiligaynon]], or [[Tagalog language|Tagalog]] as their native language.

==Economy==

Cuartero is classified as a 4th class municipality, with an annual regular income of ₱ 119.1 million (2020). The main sources of income are the locally sourced revenue, the internal revenue allotment, and other shares from the national tax collection. The main economic activities are agriculture, fishing, and commerce. The major crops grown are rice, corn, coconut, banana, and sugarcane. The major fish species caught are tilapia, milkfish, and shrimp. The major products sold are rice, corn, coconut, banana, sugarcane, fish, and livestock.

==Tourism==

Cuartero has several natural and cultural attractions that draw visitors from within and outside the province. Some of the notable tourist spots are:

* Agnaga Falls and Mini-Hydro Power Plant: A scenic waterfall and a renewable energy source located in Barangay Agnaga.
* Cuartero Municipal Park: A recreational park with a playground, a basketball court, a tennis court, and a swimming pool located in the town center.
* Cuartero Municipal Hall: A historical building that serves as the seat of the local government and a venue for various events and activities.
* Cuartero Parish Church: A Roman Catholic church dedicated to Saint Isidore the Farmer, the patron saint of the municipality.
* Cuartero Public Market: A bustling market that offers a variety of goods and services, such as fresh produce, meat, fish, dry goods, cooked food, and transportation.
* Cuartero Rice Terraces: A picturesque landscape of rice fields carved on the slopes of the hills and mountains in Barangays Bito-on Ilawod, Bito-on Ilaya, Maindang, and Mainit.
* Mahabang Sapa Bridge: A long and winding bridge that crosses the Mahabang Sapa River, connecting the barangays of Mahabang Sapa and Mahunodhunod.
* Nagba Beach: A sandy beach with clear waters and a view of the [[Panay Gulf]], located in Barangay Nagba.
* Sinabsaban Cave: A natural cave with stalactites and stalagmites, located in Barangay Sinabsaban.

==References==

{{Reflist}}

==External links==

* [Official website of Cuartero]
* [Cuartero Profile at PhilAtlas.com]
* [Cuartero on Wikipedia]
* [Philippine Standard Geographic Code]
* [Philippine Census Information]


==Geography==
==Geography==

Revision as of 00:14, 17 November 2023

Cuartero
Municipality
Municipality of Cuartero
Flag of Cuartero
Flag
Map of Capiz with Cuartero highlighted
Map of Capiz with Cuartero highlighted
OpenStreetMap
Map
Cuartero is located in Philippines
Cuartero
Cuartero
Location within the Philippines
Coordinates: 11°20′34″N 122°40′17″E / 11.3428°N 122.6714°E / 11.3428; 122.6714
CountryPhilippines
RegionWestern Visayas
ProvinceCapiz
District 2nd district
Barangays22 (see Barangays)
Government
 [2]
 • TypeSangguniang Bayan
 • MayorGlen Ryan E. Gallosa
 • Vice MayorJeremmy T. Denosta
 • RepresentativeJopeth Aguilar
 • Municipal Council
Members
 • Electorate28,524 voters (2023)[1]
Area
[3]
 • Total106.58 km2 (41.15 sq mi)
Elevation
78 m (256 ft)
Highest elevation
520 m (1,710 ft)
Lowest elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2020 census)[4]
 • Total27,993
 • Density260/km2 (680/sq mi)
 • Households
7,093
Economy
 • Income class4th municipal income class
 • Poverty incidence
16.47
% (2021)[5]
 • Revenue₱ 119.1 million (2020)
 • Assets₱ 272.2 million (2020)
 • Expenditure₱ 103.1 million (2020)
 • Liabilities₱ 35.12 million (2020)
Service provider
 • ElectricityCapiz Electric Cooperative (CAPELCO)
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code
5811
PSGC
061901000
IDD : area code +63 (0)36
Native languagesCapisnon
Hiligaynon
Tagalog
Websitewww.cuartero.gov.ph

Cuartero, officially the Municipality of Cuartero (Capiznon/Hiligaynon: Banwa sang Cuartero; Tagalog: Bayan ng Cuartero), is a 4th class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 27,993 people.[4]

Geography

Cuartero is 37 kilometres (23 mi) from Roxas City.

Barangays

Cuartero is politically subdivided into 22 barangays. [6] Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.

  • Agcabugao
  • Agdahon
  • Agnaga
  • Angub
  • Balingasag
  • Bito-on Ilawod
  • Bito-on Ilaya
  • Bun-od
  • Carataya
  • Lunayan
  • Mahunodhunod
  • Maindang
  • Mainit
  • Malagab-i
  • Nagba
  • Poblacion Ilawod
  • Poblacion Ilaya
  • Poblacion Takas
  • Puti-an
  • San Antonio
  • Sinabsaban
  • Mahabang Sapa

Climate

Climate data for Cuartero, Capiz
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) 		32
(90) 		31
(88) 		30
(86) 		30
(86) 		29
(84) 		29
(84) 		29
(84) 		27
(81) 		29
(85)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 23
(73) 		23
(73) 		23
(73) 		24
(75) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		24
(75) 		24
(75) 		24
(75) 		24
(75) 		24
(75) 		23
(73) 		24
(75)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 61
(2.4) 		39
(1.5) 		46
(1.8) 		48
(1.9) 		90
(3.5) 		144
(5.7) 		152
(6.0) 		145
(5.7) 		163
(6.4) 		160
(6.3) 		120
(4.7) 		90
(3.5) 		1,258
(49.4)
Average rainy days 12.3 9.0 9.9 10.0 18.5 25.0 27.4 26.0 25.9 24.9 17.9 14.2 221
Source: Meteoblue (modeled/calculated data, not measured locally)[7]

Demographics

Population census of Cuartero
YearPop.±% p.a.
1903 3,613—    
1939 10,775+3.08%
1948 9,985−0.84%
1960 11,534+1.21%
1970 14,497+2.31%
1975 17,665+4.04%
1980 18,513+0.94%
1990 22,597+2.01%
1995 26,477+3.01%
2000 24,286−1.83%
2007 25,306+0.57%
2010 25,456+0.22%
2015 27,408+1.42%
2020 27,993+0.42%
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[8][9][10][11]

In the 2020 census, the population of Cuartero, Capiz, was 27,993 people,[4] with a density of 260 inhabitants per square kilometre or 670 inhabitants per square mile.

Economy

Poverty incidence of Cuartero

10
20
30
40
50
2006
40.90
2009
27.25
2012
33.45
2015
19.35
2018
6.39
2021
16.47

Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19]

References

  1. ^ https://www.comelec.gov.ph/php-tpls-attachments/2019NLE/Statistics/NumofRegVoterbySexbyCityMun.pdf [bare URL PDF]
  2. ^  Municipality of Cuartero | (DILG)
  3. ^ "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.
  4. ^ a b c Census of Population (2020). "Region VI (Western Visayas)". Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 8 July 2021.
  5. ^ "PSA Releases the 2021 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 2 April 2024. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
  6. ^ "Province: Capiz". PSGC Interactive. Quezon City, Philippines: Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 12 November 2016.
  7. ^ "Cuartero: Average Temperatures and Rainfall". Meteoblue. Retrieved 2 May 2020.
  8. ^ Census of Population (2015). "Region VI (Western Visayas)". Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
  9. ^ Census of Population and Housing (2010). "Region VI (Western Visayas)" (PDF). Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. National Statistics Office. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
  10. ^ Censuses of Population (1903–2007). "Region VI (Western Visayas)". Table 1. Population Enumerated in Various Censuses by Province/Highly Urbanized City: 1903 to 2007. National Statistics Office.
  11. ^ "Province of Capiz". Municipality Population Data. Local Water Utilities Administration Research Division. Retrieved 17 December 2016.
  12. ^ "Poverty incidence (PI):". Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved December 28, 2020.
  13. ^ "Estimation of Local Poverty in the Philippines" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 29 November 2005.
  14. ^ "2003 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 23 March 2009.
  15. ^ "City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates; 2006 and 2009" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 3 August 2012.
  16. ^ "2012 Municipal and City Level Poverty Estimates" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. 31 May 2016.
  17. ^ "Municipal and City Level Small Area Poverty Estimates; 2009, 2012 and 2015". Philippine Statistics Authority. 10 July 2019.
  18. ^ "PSA Releases the 2018 Municipal and City Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 15 December 2021. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
  19. ^ "PSA Releases the 2021 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. 2 April 2024. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
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