Agusan del Norte facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Agusan del Norte
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| Province of Agusan del Norte | ||
   .jpg) From top, left to right: Lake Mainit at Kitcharao; Magellan Shrine; Brgy. Poblacion in Jabonga; Agusan del Norte Provincial Capitol
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Location in the Philippines
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| Country | Philippines | |
| Region | Caraga | |
| Founded | 17 June 1967 | |
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| Government | ||
| • Type | Sangguniang Panlalawigan | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2,730.24 km2 (1,054.15 sq mi) | |
| Area rank | 48th out of 81 | |
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| Highest elevation
(Mount Hilong-Hilong)
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1,920 m (6,300 ft) | |
| Population
(2020 census)
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| • Total | 387,503 | |
| • Rank | 64th out of 81 | |
| • Density | 141.9300/km2 (367.5970/sq mi) | |
| • Density rank | 62nd out of 81 | |
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| Divisions | ||
| • Independent cities |
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Butuan
(Highly Urbanized City) |
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| • Component cities |
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Cabadbaran
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| • Municipalities |
10
Buenavista
Carmen Jabonga Kitcharao Las Nieves Magallanes Nasipit Remedios T. Romualdez Santiago Tubay |
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| • Barangays | 166 including independent cities: 252 |
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| • Districts | 1st and 2nd districts of Agusan del Norte (shared with Butuan City) | |
| Time zone | UTC+8 (PHT) | |
| ZIP code |
8600–8611
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| IDD : area code | +63 (0)85 | |
| ISO 3166 code | PH-AGN | |
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| Income classification | 3rd class | |
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| ‡ As per RA 8811, Cabadbaran is the officially designated capital of the province. However, the provincial government still holds office in Butuan City, pending the actual transfer of provincial offices to the new capital. | ||
Agusan del Norte (Cebuano: Amihanang Agusan; Butuanon: Probinsya hong Agusan del Norte) is a province in the Philippines. It is in the Caraga region on the island of Mindanao. The capital is the city of Cabadbaran. It is bordered by Surigao del Norte to the northeast and Surigao del Sur to the mid-east. To the southeast, it borders Agusan del Sur, and to the southwest, Misamis Oriental. The province faces Butuan Bay, which is part of the Bohol Sea, to its northwest.
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Exploring Agusan del Norte
Agusan del Norte is a province in the southern Philippines. It is known for its beautiful natural places. The province was officially created on June 17, 1967. This makes it a relatively young province with a rich history.
Geography and Location
Agusan del Norte is located on the northeastern part of Mindanao. It covers an area of about 2,730 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized province in the Philippines. The highest point in the province is Mount Hilong-Hilong. It stands tall at 1,920 meters above sea level. The province has a mix of mountains, plains, and coastal areas.
Cities and Towns
The province has two cities and ten municipalities. A city is a larger, more developed area. A municipality is like a town.
- The capital city is Cabadbaran.
- Butuan is another important city. It is a highly urbanized city. This means it is very developed and has many people.
- The ten municipalities include places like Buenavista and Jabonga. These towns are home to many communities.
People and Languages
As of the 2020 census, about 387,503 people live in Agusan del Norte. Many different languages are spoken here. The main languages include Cebuano and Butuanon. Other languages like Agusan, Higaonon, and Mamanwa are also spoken. English is also widely understood and used.
Provincial Government
The province is led by a Governor and a Vice Governor. They work together to manage the province. The current Governor is Dale B. Corvera. The Vice Governor is Ramon Alejandro G. Bungabong. They are part of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, which is the provincial council. The provincial government offices are currently in Butuan City. However, Cabadbaran is the official capital.
Images for kids
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Map of Agusan province in 1918
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Landscape in Tubay
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Political map of Agusan del Norte
See also
In Spanish: Agusan del Norte para niños
