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Sigma
Municipality of Sigma
Flag of Sigma
Flag
Nickname(s): 
The Heart of Capiz
Map of Capiz with Sigma highlighted
Map of Capiz with Sigma highlighted
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Sigma is located in Philippines
Sigma
Sigma
Location in Philippines
Country Philippines
Region Western Visayas
Province Capiz
District [[{{#property:P7938}} | — Lua error in Module:Wd at line 1804: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).]]
Barangays 21 (see Barangays)
Government
 • Type Sangguniang Bayan
Area
 • Total 101.71 km2 (39.27 sq mi)
Elevation
41 m (135 ft)
Highest elevation
401 m (1,316 ft)
Lowest elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2020 census)
 • Total 31,688
 • Density 311.552/km2 (806.92/sq mi)
 • Households
8,208
Economy
 • Income class 3rd municipal income class
 • Poverty incidence
14.66
% (2021)
 • Revenue ₱ 179.8 million (2022)
 • Assets ₱ 296.4 million (2022)
 • Expenditure ₱ 71.19 million (2022)
 • Liabilities ₱ 39.85 million (2022)
Service provider
 • Electricity Capiz Electric Cooperative (CAPELCO)
Time zone UTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code
5816
PSGC
[https://psa.gov.ph/classification/psgc/?q=psgc/barangays/{{#pro000&regcode={{&provcode=
  1. p {{#property:P988}} ]
IDD:area code  +63 (0)36
Native languages Capisnon
Hiligaynon
Tagalog

Sigma is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Capiz, Philippines. Its official name is the Municipality of Sigma. In the local languages, it's called Banwa sang Sigma in Capiznon and Hiligaynon, and Bayan ng Sigma in Tagalog.

As of the 2020 census, about 31,688 people live in Sigma. It is located about 28 kilometers (17 miles) away from Roxas City, which is the capital city of Capiz province. The town was named after a legendary leader called Datu Sikma. The Spanish explorers later wrote this name as Sigma.

Geography of Sigma

Sigma is a municipality in the Philippines. It is known for its natural surroundings and how it is divided into smaller areas.

What are Barangays?

Sigma is divided into 21 smaller areas called barangays. Think of barangays as neighborhoods or small villages within the town. Each barangay has its own smaller parts called puroks, and some even have sitios.

Here are the barangays in Sigma:

  • Acbo
  • Amaga
  • Balucuan
  • Bangonbangon
  • Capuyhan
  • Cogon
  • Dayhagon
  • Guintas
  • Malapad Cogon
  • Mangoso
  • Mansacul
  • Matangcong
  • Matinabus
  • Mianay
  • Oyong
  • Pagbunitan
  • Parian
  • Pinamalatican
  • Poblacion Norte
  • Poblacion Sur
  • Tawog

Climate in Sigma

The climate in Sigma, Capiz, is generally warm throughout the year. The table below shows the average temperatures and rainfall for each month. This helps us understand the typical weather conditions in the area.

Climate data for Sigma, 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

Population of Sigma

The population of Sigma has changed over many years. Looking at census data helps us understand how many people have lived there at different times.


In the 2020 census, Sigma, Capiz, had a population of 31,688 people. This means there were about 311 people living in each square kilometer of land. This is called population density.

Economy and Livelihood

The economy of Sigma is important for the people who live there. It shows how the town earns money and supports its residents.



Sigma is classified as a 3rd municipal income class town. This means it has a certain level of income compared to other towns in the Philippines. In 2021, the poverty incidence was 14.66%. This number tells us the percentage of families or people whose income is below the amount needed to meet their basic needs.

External Links

  • [https://psa.gov.ph/classification/psgc/?q=psgc/barangays/{{#pro000&regcode={{&provcode=
  1. p Philippine Standard Geographic Code]
  • Philippine Census Information

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Sigma (Cápiz) para niños

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