Taraka, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Taraka: municipality of the Philippines in the province of Lanao del Sur
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Quick Facts about Taraka
| Population | 23,644 |
| Country | Philippines |
| State | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Philippines) |
| County | Province of Lanao del Sur |
| Postal code | 9712 |
| Phone Area Codes | 63 |
| Area | 435.4 km2 |
| Official name | Municipality of Taraka |
| Latitude & Longitude | 7.8981,124.3403 |
| Time Zone | UTC+08:00 |
| Local time | 01:10:04 (14th May 2026) |
Geography
Taraka is located at 7°53'53"N 124°20'25"E (7.8981000, 124.3402700).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 3,471 | - | census |
| 1939 | 4,996 | 30.52% | census |
| 1948 | 9,124 | 45.24% | census |
| 1960 | 15,381 | 40.68% | census |
| 1970 | 10,644 | -44.5% | census |
| 1975 | 13,788 | 22.8% | census |
| 1980 | 13,567 | -1.63% | census |
| 1990 | 14,765 | 8.11% | census |
| 1995 | 16,505 | 10.54% | census |
| 2000 | 18,832 | 12.36% | census |
| 2007 | 28,196 | 33.21% | census |
| 2010 | 20,881 | -35.03% | census |
| 2015 | 23,644 | 11.69% | census |