Agusan del Sur, officially referred to as the Province of Agusan del Sur (Cebuano: Habagatang Agusan; Butuanon: Probinsya hong Agusan del Sur; Tagalog: Timog Agusan), is a province situated in the Caraga region of Mindanao, Philippines. Its capital is the municipality of Prosperidad. It shares its borders: to the northwest with Agusan del Norte and Misamis Oriental; to the east with Surigao del Sur; to the southeast with Davao Oriental; to the mid-south with Davao de Oro; to the southwest with Davao del Norte; and to the mid-west with Bukidnon. Notably, it ranks as the fourth largest province in the country in terms of land area, covering approximately 3,856 square miles.
Demographics
- Age Groups and Populations:
- The age group with the highest population in Agusan del Sur was individuals aged 5 to 9, totaling 88,866 individuals.
- The age group with the lowest population was those aged 80 and over, which included 4,166 individuals.
- Age Group Aggregates:
- When grouping age categories:
- Those aged 14 and below, including infants, babies, children, and young adolescents/teenagers, constituted approximately 37.54% of the total population, amounting to 263,041 individuals.
- The age group of 15 to 64, representing the economically active population and potential workforce, made up a significant 58.61% of the population, totaling 410,637 individuals.
- The old dependent population, consisting of senior citizens aged 65 and over, accounted for 3.85% of the total population, equivalent to 26,975 individuals.
- When grouping age categories:
- Age Dependency Ratios:
- The calculated Age Dependency Ratios provide insights into the population’s dependency on different age groups:
- For every 100 individuals in the working age population, there were 64 youth dependents (aged 14 and below) and 7 aged/senior citizens (aged 65 and over).
- In total, there were 71 dependents (combining young and old-age) for every 100 of the working population.
- The calculated Age Dependency Ratios provide insights into the population’s dependency on different age groups:
- Median Age:
- The median age of Agusan del Sur in 2015 was 21 years. This statistic indicates that half of the population was younger than 21, while the other half was older than 21. It provides an essential measure of the age distribution within the region.
These statistics offer a comprehensive overview of the age distribution and dependency ratios in Agusan del Sur as of 2015. Please keep in mind that demographic data can change over time due to various factors, such as birth rates, migration, and aging populations, so more recent data may reveal different patterns.
| Name | City/ Municipality | Population (2020) | Population (2015) | Annual Population Growth Rate (2015‑2020) | Area (km2) | Density (2020), per km2 | Brgy count |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayugan | city (CC) | 109,499 | 103,202 | 1.25% | 688.77 | 159 | 43 |
| Bunawan | municipality | 47,512 | 45,151 | 1.08% | 512.16 | 93 | 10 |
| Esperanza | municipality | 59,353 | 54,801 | 1.69% | 1,355.48 | 44 | 47 |
| La Paz | municipality | 30,969 | 28,217 | 1.98% | 1,481.12 | 21 | 15 |
| Loreto | municipality | 43,880 | 42,501 | 0.67% | 1,462.74 | 30 | 17 |
| Prosperidad | municipality, capital | 88,321 | 82,631 | 1.41% | 505.15 | 175 | 32 |
| Rosario | municipality | 49,610 | 46,683 | 1.29% | 385.05 | 129 | 11 |
| San Francisco | municipality | 80,760 | 74,542 | 1.70% | 392.53 | 206 | 27 |
| San Luis | municipality | 35,196 | 32,109 | 1.95% | 950.50 | 37 | 25 |
| Santa Josefa | municipality | 26,432 | 26,729 | -0.23% | 341.80 | 77 | 11 |
| Sibagat | municipality | 33,957 | 30,442 | 2.33% | 567.82 | 60 | 24 |
| Talacogon | municipality | 39,678 | 38,374 | 0.71% | 405.25 | 98 | 16 |
| Trento | municipality | 54,492 | 51,565 | 1.17% | 555.70 | 98 | 16 |
| Veruela | municipality | 39,708 | 43,706 | -2.00% | 385.45 | 103 | 20 |
| Agusan del Sur Total | 739,367 | 700,653 | 1.14% | 9,989.52 | 74 | 314 | |
Economy
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 986,194,449.81 | – |
| 2010 | 1,029,288,031.05 | 4.37% |
| 2011 | 1,122,117,504.64 | 9.02% |
| 2012 | 1,113,886,036.38 | -0.73% |
| 2013 | 1,223,957,072.29 | 9.88% |
| 2014 | 1,376,863,164.15 | 12.49% |
| 2015 | 1,564,071,239.37 | 13.60% |
| 2016 | 1,710,732,677.21 | 9.38% |
| End notes:Annual Regular Income = Locally Sourced Revenue + Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) Current Year + Other Shares from National Tax CollectionLocally Sourced Revenue = Real Property Tax (General Fund) + Tax on Business + Other Taxes + Regulatory Fees + Service/User Charges + Receipts from Economic Enterprises | ||
Tourism
Agusan del Sur, often overlooked by tourists, is a nature lover’s paradise waiting to be explored. Its lush rainforests, pristine waterfalls, and tranquil lakes offer endless opportunities for eco-tourism and outdoor adventures.
Visitors to Agusan del Sur can immerse themselves in the wonders of nature, from canoeing down the Agusan River to hiking in the dense forests of Mount Hilong-Hilong. The province’s unspoiled beauty is a captivating escape for those seeking serenity in the heart of nature.
