Calituban Island

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Calituban is an island off the coast of northern Bohol island, Philippines. It is located approximately 11 km (6.8 mi) north-northwast from the port of Talibon. Situated in the Camotes Sea, Calitiban Island is one of the islands in the Danajon Bank, the only double barrier reef in the country, known for its rich marine biodiversity. The whole island is locally governed by Barangay Calituban under the administration of the municipality of Talibon, Bohol. The residents of the island are mostly engaged in fishing, while some provide island-hopping tours for tourists.

Coordinates10°14′36″N 124°17′43″E
ArchipelagoPhilippine
Adjacent toCamotes Sea
Area0.15 km2 (0.058 sq mi)
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Calituban Island
Calituban Island
Location within the Philippines
Geography
Coordinates10°14′36″N 124°17′43″E
ArchipelagoPhilippine
Adjacent toCamotes Sea
Area0.15 km2 (0.058 sq mi)
Administration
RegionCentral Visayas
ProvinceBohol
MunicipalityTalibon
BarangayCalituban
Demographics
Population3,569 (2024)
Pop. density23,793/km2 (61624/sq mi)
Ethnic groupsCebuano
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Demographics

The island has a population of 3,569.[1]

Transport

There are no regular or scheduled boat trips to Calituban, but chartered motorized bangka are available and docked at Bagacay Port for people to travel to the island.


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