dEMOGRAPHICS

Population Size

Bagontapay is a barangay in the municipality of M’lang, Cotabato. In 2020, its population was recorded at 7,121, accounting for 7.25% of M’lang’s total population. By 2025, the population rose to 7,752, raising its share to roughly 7.35% of the municipal total. This represents an increase of 631 people over five years—an overall growth of 8.86% from 2020 to 2025, which is equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 1.71%.

Demographics

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Household population (1990-2015)

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Population by Age Group

According to the 2025 Census, Bagontapay’s population is largely concentrated in the 20 to 29 age group, which recorded the highest number at 820 individuals. Meanwhile, the fewest residents are found among those aged 80 years and above, with only 193 individuals. This distribution reflects the barangay’s relatively young demographic profile, suggesting a greater need for programs focused on education, employment, and community development, while still addressing the needs of its smaller elderly population.

Age Distribution

When the age groups are combined, those 14 years and below—representing the young dependent population of infants, children, and early adolescents—account for 1,342 individuals (15.06%) of Bagontapay’s total population. The largest segment is those aged 15 to 64 years, considered the economically active group and the core of the labor force, numbering 5,517 individuals (61.93%). Meanwhile, the elderly population aged 65 and above, classified as old dependents, consists of 893 individuals (10.03%). This distribution underscores the dominance of the working-age population, while also reflecting the continued presence of both young and elderly dependents—factors that have important implications for education, healthcare, employment, and community support services.

Age Distribution Table

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Location

Bagontapay is geographically positioned on the island of Mindanao, with coordinates approximately 6.8736° north latitude and 124.8961° east longitude. The barangay lies at an estimated elevation of 28.8 meters, or about 94.5 feet, above mean sea level, placing it within the relatively low-lying areas of M’lang in the province of Cotabato. Its elevation suggests that the terrain is generally flat to gently sloping, a feature that is favorable for agriculture, settlement, and other forms of land use common in the community. Being part of the vast Mindanao island, Bagontapay is influenced by the region’s tropical climate and fertile soils, which contribute to its role as an important residential and agricultural area within the municipality.

Adjacent Barangays

Bagontapay shares its boundaries with several neighboring barangays, creating both geographic and community linkages within the municipality of M’lang and the adjacent town of Tulunan. To the side of M’lang, Bagontapay is bordered by the barangays of Buayan, Lepaga, New Barbaza, and New Janiuay, which are part of the same municipality and contribute to its close-knit local network. On the other hand, along its boundary with Tulunan, it is adjacent to the barangays of La Esperanza and New Panay, further strengthening its ties with nearby communities beyond M’lang. These surrounding barangays collectively shape Bagontapay’s accessibility, interactions, and social connections within Cotabato, reflecting its position as an integral part of the broader local landscape.

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