Banton, Mimaropa
Banton: municipality of the Philippines in the province of Romblon
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Quick Facts about Banton
| Population | 5,536 |
| Country | Philippines |
| State | Mimaropa (Philippines) |
| County | Province of Romblon |
| Postal code | 5515 |
| Phone Area Codes | 42 |
| Area | 32.48 km2 |
| Official name | Municipality of Banton |
| Latitude & Longitude | 12.9333,122.0833 |
| Establishment | January 01, 1622 (404 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Philippine Standard Time |
| Local time | 02:04:46 (10th June 2026) |
Geography
Banton is located at 12°55'60"N 122°4'60"E (12.9333300, 122.0833300).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | 4,043 | - | census |
| 1918 | 6,060 | 33.28% | census |
| 1939 | 4,972 | -21.88% | census |
| 1948 | 5,542 | 10.29% | census |
| 1960 | 6,155 | 9.96% | census |
| 1970 | 6,447 | 4.53% | census |
| 1975 | 7,545 | 14.55% | census |
| 1980 | 7,362 | -2.49% | census |
| 1990 | 7,077 | -4.03% | census |
| 1995 | 6,069 | -16.61% | census |
| 2000 | 6,769 | 10.34% | census |
| 2007 | 6,799 | 0.44% | census |
| 2010 | 5,963 | -14.02% | census |
| 2015 | 5,536 | -7.71% | census |
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