Bongao, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Bongao: municipality of the Philippines and capital of the province of Tawi-Tawi
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Quick Facts about Bongao
| Population | 100,527 |
| Country | Philippines |
| State | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Philippines) |
| County | Province of Tawi-Tawi |
| Postal code | 7500 |
| Phone Area Codes | 68 |
| Area | 365.95 km2 |
| Official name | Municipality of Bongao |
| Latitude & Longitude | 5.0833,119.7833 |
| Capital city | Bongao is capital of Tawi-Tawi |
| Time Zone | UTC+08:00 |
| Local time | 13:44:13 (20th April 2026) |
Geography
Bongao is located at 5°4'60"N 119°46'60"E (5.0833300, 119.7833300). It has 3 neighbors: Languyan, Balimbing and Lahad Datu.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | 1,854 | - | census |
| 1918 | 3,486 | 46.82% | census |
| 1939 | 4,510 | 22.71% | census |
| 1948 | 5,626 | 19.84% | census |
| 1960 | 10,822 | 48.01% | census |
| 1970 | 20,983 | 48.42% | census |
| 1975 | 20,560 | -2.06% | census |
| 1980 | 27,884 | 26.27% | census |
| 1990 | 37,932 | 26.49% | census |
| 1995 | 46,672 | 18.73% | census |
| 2000 | 58,174 | 19.77% | census |
| 2007 | 95,055 | 38.8% | census |
| 2010 | 79,362 | -19.77% | census |
| 2015 | 100,527 | 21.05% | census |
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