Danao, Bohol

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Danao, Bohol

Danao is a small town in the province of Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines. It covers about 162.76 square kilometers and has 17 barangays. The population was 20,299 people in 2024, and the town sits about 123 kilometers from Tagbilaran city.

People and government
Danao is a 4th class municipality with a local government led by a mayor and a municipal council. People there speak Boholano, Cebuano, and Tagalog. The ZIP code is 6344, and electricity is provided by BOHECO 2.

History and name
Danao began as part of nearby towns and became an independent municipality in 1961. The name Danao is linked to local water features, such as a lake, lagoon, or freshet (a sudden rise or overflow of water).

Geography and features
The Isumod River flows near the town center and can overflow during heavy rains, joining the Wahig River and emptying into the sea. Elevation in Danao ranges from about 57 to 424 meters above sea level.

Economy and people
Poverty in Danao was about 33.6% in 2021. In 2022, the town had revenue around 167.5 million pesos, assets about 448.9 million, and expenditures around 154.1 million.

Fiesta
Danao’s town fiesta is celebrated on December 30 in honor of the Holy Family.