Tampakan, officially the Municipality of Tampakan (; ; ; ; , Jawi: ايڠد نو تمڤاكن), is a municipality in the province of South Cotabato, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 42,304 people.

Government Officials

Municipal Officials

Executive Branch

Mayor No.MayorPartyStart of termEnd of term10Leonard T. Escobillo, RNATM-PFPJune 30, 2019June 30, 2025

Legislative Branch

Vice-Mayor No.MayorPartyStart of termEnd of termRic "Toton" A. MagbanuaATM-PFPJune 30, 2025June 30, 2028

Councilors District/ League/ SectorCouncilorPartyStart of termEnd of termMicheal T. EscobilloLoneATM-PFPJune 30, 2025June 30, 2028 John Mark "Bobsi" C. BaldonLoneATM-PFPJune 30, 2022June 30, 2028 Erve T. TutorLoneATM-PFPJune 30, 2019June 30, 2028Roy M. CagasLoneATM-PFPJune 30, 2019June 30, 2028 Celso F. DocLoneATM-PFPJune 30, 2019June 30, 2028 Alexey "Totoy" C. CariagaLoneATM-PFPJune 30, 2022June 30, 2028 Anadel "Dodong" T. MagbanuaLoneATM-PFPJune 30, 2025June 30, 2028 Catherine T. TabacoLoneATM-PFPJune 30, 2025June 30, 2028Sotero N. CastillanesABCNonpartisanJuly 8, 2025December 31, 2025Amay ColladoIPMRNonpartisanDecember 31, 2025Christian Dave HoSKNonpartisanJanuary 1, 2024December 31, 2025

Barangay Officials Tampakan is politically subdivided into 14 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks while some have sitios. Brgy. Captain Neil Ryan Escobillo currently serves as the ABC President of Tampakan and concurrently holds the position of ABC President for the Province of South Cotabato. In view of his provincial responsibilities, the ABC Vice President of Tampakan, Brgy. Captain Sotero N. Castillanes, assumes the role of ex officio member representing Tampakan.

There are 3 barangays which classified as urban (highlighted in bold) BarangayBarangay CaptainSK ChairmanAlbagan Jito V. SuhotTrixie Megan CarilloButoFerdinand S. EnciaEddie Luie AmoraDanlagJudith J. MagbanuaChristian Dave Ho (SK President)KipalbigRolando D. MalabuyocJester Cloyd OñezLambayongGlenn F. TabanoVincent Paul BungaLibertyNolin S. JalagatJorimar CabañasLampitakMarinillo M. NgalonVanessa GarciaMaltanaEric EntongJohn Rupert SubaPoblacionJose Nilo G. VargasIan Clark CornelioPaloSotero N. Castillanes (ABC Vice President)Angel Grace PanesPula BatoNeil Ryan T. Escobillo (ABC President - Tampakan & South Cotabato)Jhemer John GulaySan IsidroArmando C. SeridaSharia UySanta CruzWilfredo M. EpeTabluGloria P. MagbanuaGretz Paul Obaña

Former Mayors and Vice Mayors No.MayorTenureVice mayor1Anastacio Navato, Sr. (Appointed)1964 (12 Days)2Ireneo T. Barroso19641980Alfredo C. Cagas3Teodorico N. JosolMarch 1980February 1986Rosalina C. Villanueva4Roberto Y. Barroso, Jr.February 1986June 30, 19955Emilio B. Escobillo, Sr.June 30, 1995June 30, 1998Felixberto A. Solaria6Claudius G. Barroso, CPAJune 30, 1998June 30, 2007Pedro A. Cagas7 Bienvenido G. Barroso, LLBJune 30, 2007June 30, 2010Pedro A. Cagas8Pedro A. Cagas (Acting)June 30, 2007June 30, 20109Leonardo V. Escobillo, MEJune 30, 2010June 30, 2019Relly A. LeysaJames S. Cagas10Leonard T. Escobillo, RNJune 30, 2019June 30, 2028John Mark "Bobsi" C. BaldonAnadel "Dodong" T. MagbanuaRic "Toton" A. Magbanua

Climate Tampakan, South Cotabato experiences a relatively mild and consistent climate throughout the year. The average daily maximum temperature ranges from 22 °C to 24 °C (72 °F to 75 °F), while the minimum stays between 15 °C and 17 °C (59 °F to 63 °F). Rainfall is spread across the year, with a total annual precipitation of approximately 1,623 mm (63.9 inches). The wettest months are June to October, each receiving over 180 mm of rain and experiencing 25 to 27 rainy days. In contrast, the driest months are January to March, with rainfall below 60 mm and fewer than 12 rainy days per month. Overall, the climate is cool and wet, especially during the mid-year monsoon season.

Demographics Tampakan has experienced consistent population growth over the decades. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the population rose from 10,731 in 1970 to 41,018 in 2020. The most significant growth occurred between 1970 and 1975, with an annual increase of 8.16%. Growth continued at a steadier pace in the following decades, with the population reaching 18,057 in 1980, 25,526 in 1990, and 33,011 in 2000. While growth persisted into the 21st century, it began to slow, recording 34,245 in 2007, 36,254 in 2010, and 39,525 in 2015. By 2020, the growth rate had declined to 0.73% annually. This gradual deceleration suggests a shift toward population stabilization in recent years.

Religion Churches in Tampakan:

Lifehouse Community of Faith, Inc. (SBC), Brgy. Poblacion Greenland Community Church (SBC), Brgy. Buto Greenview Baptist Church (SBC), Brgy. Buto Amazing Grace Baptist Church (SBC), Brgy. Maltana Snip Baptist Church (SBC), Brgy. Tablu Liberty Baptist Church (SBC), Brgy. Liberty Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Brgy. Sta. Cruz Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Brgy. Poblacion Born Again Sanctuary of Praise, Brgy. Poblacion Iglesia Ni Cristo, Brgy. Poblacion Assembly of God Church, Brgy. Poblacion

Economy

There is a proposed copper and gold mine in Tampakan. Once approved for operations, the Tampakan Copper-Gold Project will be the largest in the Philippines and among the largest copper mines in the world.

The local government of Tampakan has for now cancelled its agreement with Sagittarius Mines to develop the reserves into a mine in 2020 alleging that the terms of the deal is lopsided against residents and the community

References

External links Tampakan Profile at PhilAtlas.com Tampakan Profile at the DTI Cities and Municipalities Competitive Index [ Philippine Standard Geographic Code] Philippine Census Information