Pio Duran, officially the Municipality of Pio Duran (; West Miraya Bikol: Banwaan nin Pio Duran; ), is a municipality in the province of Albay, Philippines. According to the , it has a population of people.
It is home to Pio Duran Hot Springs, a peaceful natural resort known for its warm mineral waters and relaxing atmosphere. Surrounded by lush scenery, it offers a soothing retreat for visitors seeking rest and wellness. The site also provides opportunities for hiking and nature exploration.
Etymology It was named after the Filipino Pan-Asianist, Lawyer and Legislator, Pio Saceda Duran (1900–1961).
Geography Pio Duran is located at .
According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the municipality has a land area of constituting of the total area of Albay. Pio Duran is from Legazpi City and from Manila.
Barangays Pio Duran is politically subdivided into 33 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.
Climate
Demographics
In the 2024 census, Pio Duran had a population of 48,713 people. The population density was .
Economy
Transportation Access to the town is via Ligao. It is considered one of the major route going to Masbate.
Education There are two schools district offices which govern all educational institutions within the municipality. They oversee the management and operations of all private and public, from primary to secondary schools. These are the: Pio Duran East Schools District Pio Duran West Schools District
Primary and elementary schools
Agol Elementary School Alabangpuro Elementary School Balinad Elementary School Basicao Coastal Elementary School Basicao Interior Elementary School Binodegahan Elementary School BUENAVISTA Elementary School Buyo Elementary School Cagbatano Elementary School Cuyaoyao Elementary School Don Jose Pavia Central School Dr. Sofronio B. Garcia Elementary School Flores Elementary School La Medalla Elementary School Lagaan Elementary School Lawinon Elementary School Macasitas Elementary School Malapay Elementary School Malidong Elementary School Mamlad Elementary School Marigondon Elementary School Matanglad Elementary School Nablangbulod Elementary School ORINGON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panganiran Elementary School Pioduran Adventist Multi-Grade School Pioduran East Central School Pioduran West Central School Rawis Elementary School Salvacion Elementary School San Lorenzo Academy Sto. Cristo Elementary School Sukip Elementary School Tibabo Elementary School
Secondary schools
Alabangpuro High School Flores Institute La Medalla High School Malapay High School Malidong High School Marigondon National High School Pioduran National High School
Higher educational institution West Coast College
Notable personalities
Jona Viray
References
External links
[ Philippine Standard Geographic Code]