Comprehensive Socio-Economic and Development Profile

​Baao is a first-class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 61,493 as of the 2020 census. Established in 1590, it comprises 30 barangays and covers a land area of 106.63 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 1.93% of the province total area. Baao is bordered by Pili and Ocampo to the north, Iriga City to the east, Nabua to the south, and Bula to the west. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with rice, corn, and coconut as major products. The town is accessible via the Maharlika Highway and the Philippine National Railways, with transportation services provided by buses, jeepneys, and tricycles.

​Balatan is a fourth-class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 30,669 as of the 2020 census. Established in 1951, it comprises 17 barangays and covers a land area of 127.25 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 2.34% of the province total area. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and fishing, with rice, corn, vegetables, and various marine products as major outputs. The town is accessible via local road networks, with transportation services provided by buses, jeepneys, and tricycles.

​Bato is a third-class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 52,155 as of the 2020 census. Established on February 15, 1753, it comprises 33 barangays and covers a land area of 107.12 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 1.94 percent of the province total area. Bato is situated along the shores of Lake Bato, the seventh-largest lake in the country, known for its rich biodiversity, including the world smallest commercially harvested fish, the sinarapan. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and fishing, with rice, corn, coconut, and various aquatic resources as major products. The town is accessible via local road networks, with transportation services provided by buses, jeepneys, and tricycles.​

​Bombon is a fourth-class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 17,995 as of the 2020 census. Established in 1949, it comprises eight barangays and covers a land area of 46.80 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 0.85 percent of the province total area. Bombon economy is primarily based on agriculture, with major crops including rice, corn, and sugarcane. The town is accessible via local road networks, with transportation services provided by buses, jeepneys, and tricycles.

Buhi is a first-class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 81,306 as of the 2020 census. Established on April 14, 1578, it comprises 38 barangays and covers a land area of 246.65 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 4.47 percent of the province total area. Buhi is situated in a valley between Mount Iriga and Mount Malinao, and is known for Lake Buhi, which is home to the world smallest commercially harvested fish, the sinarapan. citeturn0search0 The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and fishing, with rice, corn, coconut, and various aquatic resources as major products. The town is accessible via local road networks, with transportation services provided by buses, jeepneys, and tricycles.

Bula is a first-class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 73,143 as of the 2020 census. Established in 1578, it is one of the province oldest towns. citeturn0search3 The municipality covers a land area of 167.64 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 3.04 percent of the province total area. Bula is bordered by Pili and Ocampo to the north, Baao to the east, Nabua to the southeast, Balatan to the south, and Minalabac to the west. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with rice, wheat, coconut, and corn as major products. citeturn0search0 The town is accessible via local road networks, with transportation services provided by buses, jeepneys, and tricycles.

Cabusao is a fifth-class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 19,257 as of the 2020 census. Established on May 20, 1911, it comprises nine barangays and covers a land area of 46.80 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 0.85 percent of the province total area. Situated along the coast of San Miguel Bay, Cabusao economy is primarily based on agriculture and fishing, with rice, coconut, and various marine products as major outputs. The town is accessible via local road networks, with transportation services provided by buses, jeepneys, and tricycles.

Calabanga is a first class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 88,906 as of the 2020 census. Established in 1578, it comprises 48 barangays and covers a land area of 163.80 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 2.98 percent of the province total area. Calabanga is situated on the eastern coast of the province, bordered by San Miguel Bay to the north, Tinambac to the east, and Pili to the south. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and fishing, with rice, corn, coconut, and various marine products as major outputs. The town is accessible via the Maharlika Highway, with transportation services provided by buses, jeepneys, and tricycles.

Camaligan is a municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 25,036 as of the 2020 census. Established in 1795, it comprises 13 barangays and covers a land area of 4.68 square kilometers, making it the smallest municipality in the province. citeturn0search2 Camaligan is part of the Metro Naga Urban Area and is known for its rich history, being home to the oldest known pre-colonial site in the Bicol region, dating back to 500 AD to 600 AD. citeturn0search0 The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, fishing, and small businesses. The town is accessible via local road networks, with transportation services provided by jeepneys and tricycles.

Canaman is a fourth class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 36,205 as of the 2020 census. Established in 1583, it comprises 24 barangays and covers a land area of 43.12 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 0.79 percent of the province total area. Canaman is centrally located, bordered by Magarao to the north, Gainza and Camaligan to the south, Naga City to the east, and the Bicol River to the southwest. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, fishing, and small businesses, with rice, vegetables, and root crops as major products. The town is accessible via local road networks, with transportation services provided by jeepneys and tricycles.

Caramoan is a first class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 51,728 as of the 2020 census. Established in 1945, it comprises 49 barangays and covers a land area of 277.41 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 5.03 percent of the province total area. Caramoan is situated on the Caramoan Peninsula, known for its rugged terrain and natural beauty. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and fishing, with rice, corn, and coconut as major products. The town is accessible via land and sea routes, with transportation services provided by buses, vans, jeepneys, and boats.

Del Gallego is a fourth class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 26,403 as of the 2020 census. It was established on October 5, 1937, through Executive Order No. 56, Series of 1936, signed by President Manuel L. Quezon. The municipality covers a total land area of 208.31 square kilometers, accounting for approximately 3.78 percent of the province total area. Del Gallego is the northwesternmost town of Camarines Sur, located along the Kilbay River, and serves as a gateway between the Bicol Region and the rest of Luzon. The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with about 70 percent of the workforce engaged in farming and 30 percent in non agricultural occupations. The town is accessible via the Andaya Highway and is also served by the Philippine National Railways, providing connectivity to other regions.

​Gainza is a fifth-class municipality in Camarines Sur Philippines with a population of 11,584 as of the 2020 census It was established in 1863 and consists of 8 barangays covering a total land area of 1475 square kilometers which accounts for approximately 027 percent of the province total area The town was named after Bishop Francisco Gainza who played a significant role in its development Gainza is part of the Metro Naga Urban Area and is primarily an agricultural community with rice vegetables and root crops as major products The town is accessible via local road networks with transportation services provided by buses vans and jeepneys

Garchitorena is a fourth class municipality in Camarines Sur Philippines with a population of 29,436 as of the 2020 census It was established on March 4 1949 and consists of 23 barangays covering a total land area of 24380 square kilometers which accounts for approximately 442 percent of the provinces total area The town was named after Don Andres Garchitorena a prominent figure from Tigaon who owned vast lands in the area and served as governor of Ambos Camarines in 1919 The local economy primarily relies on agriculture with abaca coconut and palay as major products The town is accessible via the Pan Philippine Highway with regular transportation services provided by buses vans and jeepneys

Goa is a first class municipality in Camarines Sur Philippines with a population of 71,368 as of the 2020 census It was established in 1777 and consists of 34 barangays covering a total land area of 20618 square kilometers which accounts for approximately 399 percent of the provinces total area Goa serves as a commercial center in the Partido area featuring shopping malls banks and various businesses The town has regular transportation services provided by buses vans and jeepneys The municipality also hosts three radio stations that broadcast across Camarines Sur and neighboring provinces

Lagonoy is a second class municipality in Camarines Sur Philippines with a population of 56,714 as of the 2020 census It was established in 1763 and consists of 38 barangays covering a total land area of 37790 square kilometers which accounts for approximately 686 percent of the provinces total area The towns name is believed to have originated from the hagonoy plant a medicinal herb that once thrived in the area Lagonoy is accessible via the Pan Philippine Highway

Libmanan is a first class municipality in Camarines Sur Philippines with a population of 112,994 as of the 2020 census It was established on April 3 1574 and consists of 75 barangays covering a total land area of 34282 hectares making it the largest municipality in the province by land area Known as the Rice Granary of Camarines Sur the town is a major producer of rice and other agricultural products Libmanan is accessible via the Pan Philippine Highway and the Philippine National Railways

​Lupi is a third-class municipality in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 33,897 as of the 2020 census. Established on October 17, 1726, by Spanish authorities, it has 38 barangays and covers an area of 199.12 square kilometers. The town is accessible via the Andaya Highway and the Philippine National Railways, offering daily services to and from Naga and Legazpi.

Magarao is a third class municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines with a population of 26,742 based on the 2020 census It is part of the Metro Naga Urban Area and consists of 15 barangays The towns name comes from a thorny wild plant called garao garao which was once abundant in the area but has now disappeared Founded in 1570 by Franciscan missionaries the town has a predominantly Roman Catholic population that speaks the Bikol language One of its major celebrations is the annual feast of Saint Lucy Santa Lucia on December 13 The local economy is driven by livelihood projects such as ceramics papermaking and handicrafts and it is part of the third congressional district of Camarines Sur

Milaor is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 33,963 people, according to the 2020 census. The town is part of the Metro Naga Urban Area and is located 17 kilometers from Pili and 433 kilometers from Manila.

Ocampo is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 51,073 people, according to the 2020 census. The town is situated 14 kilometers from Pili and 464 kilometers from Manila. Ocampo is known for its natural attractions, including the Ocampo Deer Farm, Bamboo Farm, and Murokburok Spring. The town also celebrates the Tinagba Festival and the patron saint fiesta in August.

Ocampo is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 51,073 people, according to the 2020 census. The town is situated 14 kilometers from Pili and 464 kilometers from Manila. Ocampo is known for its natural attractions, including the Ocampo Deer Farm, Bamboo Farm, and Murokburok Spring. The town also celebrates the Tinagba Festival and the patron saint fiesta in August.

Ocampo is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 51,073 people, according to the 2020 census. The town is situated 14 kilometers from Pili and 464 kilometers from Manila. Ocampo is known for its natural attractions, including the Ocampo Deer Farm, Bamboo Farm, and Murokburok Spring. The town also celebrates the Tinagba Festival and the patron saint fiesta in August.

Pamplona is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 39,333 people, according to the 2020 census. The town was founded on May 8, 1817, and officially became a parish on May 8, 1885. Pamplona is known for its progressive economy, with a focus on agriculture and industries such as cottage industries and bamboo furniture. The town is also home to a Business Industrial Park and has a growing tourism sector.

Pasacao is a 1st class municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 53,461 people, according to the 2020 census. The town is known for its brown sand beaches and is sometimes referred to as the Summer Capital of Camarines Sur. Pasacao has a rich history dating back to the Spanish colonization period, with evidence of settlement and trade activities in the 16th century. The name of this town is derived from the Spanish Tagalog phrase Pasa Ikaw, meaning Pass it on.

The Municipality of Pili is a municipality and capital of the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 99,196 people (as of the 2020 census) and is located 450 kilometers from Manila. Pili is a strategic location, connecting the major districts of the province, and has a rich history dating back to the early 1770s when Spanish missionaries first arrived. The town has a diverse culture, with two major festivals celebrated annually: the Pili Town Fiesta and the Cimarrones Festival.

Presentacion, officially the Municipality of Presentacion, is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 22,591 people as of 2020. It is located in the Bicol Region and is composed of 18 barangays, formerly known as Parubcan.

The Municipality of Ragay is a local government unit in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines, located approximately 79 kilometers from Pili and 317 kilometers from Manila. As of the 2020 census, the municipality has a population of 59,770 people and is politically subdivided into 38 barangays. The municipality is connected to major transportation networks, including the Andaya Highway and the Philippine National Railways, with plans for further development through the extension of the South Luzon Expressway and the Quezon-Bicol Expressway.

The Municipality of Sagñay is a municipality located in the province of Camarines Sur in the Philippines. It has a population of 36,841 people, according to the 2020 census, and a land area of 154.76 sq kilometers. The municipality is subdivided into 19 barangays and has a population density of 240 inhabitants per square kilometer.

San Fernando is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a population of 38,626 people as of the 2020 census. The town has a rich history, with records dating back to 1813 when it separated from Milaor and became an independent pueblo. San Fernando is known for its agricultural products, including rice, and has a growing economy with industries such as hat making and bag making. The town is also home to a strong Christian community with 22 barangays and a vision for forming basic ecclesial communities.

The Municipality of San Jose is a town located in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 43,973 people, according to the 2020 census. The municipality is characterized by a level to gently rolling terrain, with a total land area of 4,702.8146 hectares. San Jose is bounded by Lagonoy to the north, Tigaon to the south, Lagonoy Gulf to the east, and Goa to the west. The town is roughly 0.27% of the region total land area and 0.89% of Camarines Sur total land area.

The Municipality of Sipocot is a local government unit located in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of approximately 68,169 people, according to the 2020 census. Sipocot is situated 56 kilometers from Pili and 394 kilometers from Manila. The municipality has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century, with archaeological studies revealing Chinese funereal artifacts from the 14th or 15th century.

The Municipality of Siruma is a local government unit located in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. As of the 2020 census, it has a population of 19,419 people. Siruma is subdivided into 22 barangays and is known for its unique name, which is derived from the local vernacular "sirum," meaning a "small, red ant."

Tigaon is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines, located in the eastern part of the province, between Mount Isarog and Lagonoy Gulf. With a total land area of 12,575 hectares, 80% of which is flat, the municipality is known for its agricultural products, including rice, corn, sugar cane, abaca fiber, fish, and pork. Tigaon is also famous for its cottage industry, particularly high-quality ships-in-bottles, and its main tourist attractions include the Mt. Isarog Jungle Park and several beach resorts.

Tinambac is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. It has a population of 70,176 people, according to the 2020 census. The town is divided into 44 barangays and has a predominantly Bikol-speaking population. Tinambac is known for its agricultural industry, with a significant portion of its land dedicated to coconut plantations, as well as fishponds and other crops.