Municipality of Mogpog

QUICK FACTS

• The Municipality of Mogpog was established in 1807 under a Gobernadorcillo who was then called as the “Capitan Municipal” or Municipal Mayor. According to records on file, Don Nicolas Del Rosario was the first Capitan Municipal.

• Legend reveals that the word “Mogpog” originated from the word “Maapog” which means abundance of “apog” or “Mag-aapog” referring to the lime makers or manufacturers. A Calero (Lime Kiln or the place where the lime was manufactured) existed in the vicinity of Spaniards who adopted the name.

• In the late 17th and 18th century, the place where now stands the Poblacion of Mogpog was rimmed with forested areas, the center of which was cultivated in patches and planted with rice and root crops. The hill known as Mataas na Bayan was the place then called “Anapog” where the Caleros (Kiln Tenders) and their families resided.

• As a form of recreation, they invented the “Tubong”, or “Putong”. It is a merry musical rendition accompanying dance steps to manifest thanksgiving and prayer for the well being and long life of the birthday celebrant or a newly arrived visitor from other places.

• “Apog” played a part in Spain’s effort to leave architectural heritage in the Philippines. The lime that was manufactured in Mogpog was used in the construction of heritage houses and buildings in the nearby towns of Mogpog, the Municipality of Boac and Santa Cruz. At that time “apog” was a much needed and most sought materials like cement of today.

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

For hundreds of years, the early settlers of Mogpog lived in small villages, surviving through hunting, fishing, and gathering food in what was then a harsh and challenging environment. They led a nomadic way of life in search of stable sources of livelihood until they eventually discovered a place suitable for permanent settlement. Over time, they learned the art of crop cultivation, and as food production increased, organized communities began to emerge. With these communities came leadership, as the people selected leaders to govern them. They also sought a deeper meaning in life, expressing their experiences, triumphs, and struggles as they faced the realities of their world.

The Municipality of Mogpog, a small town in the island-province of Marinduque, was formally established in 1807 under a gobernadorcillo, a position later known as Capitán Municipal, and eventually as Municipal Mayor.

The name Mogpog is believed to have originated from the word “maapog,” meaning “plenty of lime” or “lime-making.” A calero, or lime kiln—a place where lime was produced—existed in the area during the arrival of the Spaniards, who later adopted the name. In the late 17th and 18th centuries, the area now known as the poblacion of Mogpog was surrounded by dense forest. At its center was a cultivated hill, now called Mataas na Bayan, formerly known as Anapog, where rice and root crops were grown.

The early inhabitants were primarily lime makers. Their houses were built from native materials, featuring cogon grass roofs, palm or nipa (sasa) leaf walls, bamboo floors, and frameworks made of round timber and bamboo. When they were not tending the calero for lime production, many fished at night, hunted wild animals for food, or worked on their farms to sustain their livelihoods.

Apog, or lime, played a significant role in Spain’s efforts to leave a lasting architectural legacy in the Philippines. It was an essential material used in the construction of Boac Church and various public buildings across Marinduque, serving a purpose in that era similar to what cement does in modern construction.

MOGPOG BEFORE AND DURING THE SPANISH ERA

There is no definitive historical record detailing the existence of Mogpog prior to the arrival of the Spaniards. Accounts passed down by elders of the community reveal that the area now known as the town proper was once a vast wilderness, largely covered with lipa and guava trees. Over time, the expansive plains and fertile valleys attracted settlers who cleared the land and established permanent communities.

When the Spaniards arrived, they found a small village governed by a Filipino chief. The area was later placed under Spanish rule and administered by a gobernadorcillo whose seat of authority was in Calapan, Mindoro. The native chief was reduced to the role of tax collector for the Spanish government and was known as the Cabeza de Barangay. The people were heavily taxed, and in many instances, the lands of delinquent taxpayers were sold at public auction. This practice resulted in wealthy families from Boac acquiring large tracts of land in Mogpog—a situation that began during the Spanish period and, in some cases, persisted long afterward.

By the early 19th century, Mogpog remained a barrio of Boac. As the population grew, the residents felt the need for political independence and municipal status. Through the efforts of the principalia, a petition was sent to the governor in Calapan, Mindoro, requesting the elevation of Mogpog into a separate municipality. Upon its approval, Mr. Nicolas del Rosario became the first Capitán Municipal. From 1807 to 1898, Mogpog was administered by 68 capitanes.

Despite certain benefits experienced under Spanish rule, the people of Mogpog remained dissatisfied and discontented. Many felt oppressed, especially as local officials—whom they depended on for protection—often became accomplices of the Spanish authorities in the abuse of power. When the Philippine Revolution spread throughout the country, the patriotic sons of Mogpog joined the struggle for freedom. The Méndez brothers led the local insurrectos in defiance of Spanish rule.

During the brief period of the First Philippine Republic from 1899 to 1900 under General Emilio Aguinaldo, the Municipal Government of Mogpog was officially recognized, with Don Fernando Lagran serving as president.

The Spanish period also brought notable developments in Mogpog’s economic, social, educational, and religious life. Spanish missionaries introduced Christianity and trained Filipino teachers to assist in the propagation of the faith. Among the early educators were Maestra Leonides Muhi, Wenceslawa Larrosa, Don Fernando Lagran, Ramon Maria Coll, and the mother of Mrs. Estefa Ringor. Education during this time was marked by strict discipline and harsh punishments, which caused many students to avoid attending school.

The people of Mogpog were generally industrious and primarily engaged in farming. Food was abundant, and land was inexpensive. It was often said that a parcel of land could be exchanged for a bolo, tuba wine, or other items mutually agreed upon by both parties. Various forms of recreation and social activities were also introduced during this period, including cockfighting and community gatherings.

THE FILIPINO–SPANISH WAR

The Filipino–Spanish War took place from 1896 to 1898, as Filipinos across the archipelago rose in revolt against Spanish colonial rule. Revolutionary groups affiliated with the Magdalo faction actively participated in the struggle for independence. In Mogpog, the revolutionary movement was led by Basilio Méndez, with his brother Vicente Méndez serving as second-in-command and recruitment officer. Other known officers included Bartolome Tiangasco, Juan Manuba (also known as “Mauser”), Felix Lavega, Fabian Medenilla, Dalmacio Lamac, and several others whose names were no longer recorded.

By the time Dr. José Rizal was executed in Bagumbayan on December 30, 1896, the number of insurrectos in Mogpog had already grown significantly. For nearly a year, the group underwent training in hand-to-hand combat, particularly fencing, and learned to use homemade firearms known as "de pugon".

In August 1897, the revolutionaries of Marinduque, under the command of Herminigildo Flores, launched an initial assault on the town of Boac, supported by a contingent of insurrectos from Mogpog. Their primary target was the Boac Catholic Church, where Spanish soldiers were quartered. The attack, however, ended in failure. Many of the revolutionaries were killed, some were captured, and others were forced to retreat. Among those captured were Juan Manuba, Felix Lavega, Fabian Medenilla, and the Lamac brothers.

Spanish forces—composed of Spanish regulars and Filipino volunteers—pursued the retreating revolutionaries, resulting in a series of running battles. The Mogpog insurrectos made their first stand at the poblacion of Boac, known as Murallón, where they hastily constructed crude battlements from bales of abaca supplied by Chinese residents. Despite their courage, the Filipino fighters were no match for the Spaniards’ superior weaponry and were compelled to retreat further.

The revolutionaries withdrew to their hideout in a hill area later known as Bundok Camarines, or Pinagbateryahan, where they made their final stand. Displaying remarkable gallantry, they succeeded in driving the Spanish forces away from the foothills. The fighting lasted nearly a week.

During the course of the battle, a scouting party of Spanish soldiers led by Sergeant Vedasto Mawac was dispatched to inspect a trail at the foot of the hill. They encountered the Filipino revolutionaries, and a fierce hand-to-hand fight ensued. The Spaniards were overwhelmed by the skillful thrusts of the insurrectos. Sergeant Mawac was killed in a barrio now known as Mababad, while his wounded companions retreated to the poblacion.

On the opposite side of the hill, in an area now called Bintakay, two Spanish soldiers—Sergeants Raymundo Lecaros and Tranquilino Lecaros—were also scouting a trail leading to Camarines. They were confronted by a group of revolutionaries led by Olympia Méndez, who once again demonstrated exceptional bravery and combat skill. She wounded both soldiers and pursued them until they fled to a place now known as Duongan in the barrio of Laon.

After a week of unsuccessful attempts to overrun the Filipino hideouts, the Spanish forces withdrew to Boac, carrying their casualties with them. Thereafter, the Filipino revolutionaries were able to move freely within the poblacion of Mogpog. In a display meant to intimidate the populace, Spanish soldiers paraded the remains of Sergeant Mawac, carried on a bamboo pole.

Seeking retribution for their heavy losses at the Battle of Bintakay, the Spanish authorities swiftly retaliated. Following a mock trial that lasted nearly a month, the insurrectos captured during the assault on the Boac Catholic Church were sentenced to death and executed by firing squad on October 10, 1897, in front of the Boac convent, which then served as Spanish military barracks. The remains of the executed revolutionaries from Mogpog were transported by cart to Mogpog and buried in the local cemetery.

Before the burial, the Spanish soldiers overseeing the process ordered the remaining prisoners to stand, promising to spare those who complied. Juan Manuba and Felix Lavega stood and were subsequently set free. Thereafter, Juan Manuba became known by the name “Mauser,” taken from the rifle used in the execution of the revolutionaries.

While this account records the names of several prominent leaders and participants in the revolution, it must also be acknowledged that many Filipinos who perished in the Battle of Bintakay remain unnamed due to the absence of historical records. To these unknown heroes and their families, sincere remembrance and respect are due.

The history of Mogpog would be incomplete without recognizing the invaluable support of the Chinese residents of the town, who provided the revolutionaries with abaca for battlements, as well as food, money, and clothing. Among those remembered for such support was Eduardo Go Chiangco.

MOGPOG DURING THE AMERICAN RULE

The first civil government under the American administration was inaugurated in Manila in 1901. With this development, local governments throughout the country were formally recognized. In Mogpog, Mr. Felix Garcia was appointed as the first town executive under the American regime. He was later succeeded by Mr. Emeterio Nuñez and Mr. Macario Arceo.

During the latter part of Mr. Macario Arceo’s term in 1905, Mogpog was placed once again under the jurisdiction of Boac. From 1905 to 1909, the Municipal Presidents of Boac—Mr. Tomas del Mundo and Mr. Pedro Madrigal—also served concurrently as town executives of Mogpog.

In 1910, Mogpog regained its political independence, and Mr. Pedro Villaster was appointed as municipal president. The first local election was held in 1913, marking a significant milestone in local governance, as residents were given the opportunity to elect their own leaders. In this election, Mr. Regino Labao was chosen as municipal president.

During the American period, Mogpog experienced notable progress in various aspects of community life. Local executives exerted sustained efforts to construct more and better roads in the poblacion and surrounding barrios, making the transport of agricultural products easier and more economical. Concrete and semi-permanent school buildings were established, and educational opportunities were expanded to include all school-age children. As a result, school enrollment steadily increased each year.

Economically, the people of Mogpog were largely self-sufficient. Improved agricultural methods led to higher yields, and while local production could not fully meet demand, imported cereals provided adequate supplementation. The production of copra increased significantly and became a major export commodity to Lucena and Manila.

The townspeople also developed a growing interest in commerce, establishing retail stores patterned after Chinese-owned shops in the area. Additionally, the operation of the Taluntunan Iron Mines generated employment opportunities for residents, helping to reduce unemployment in the municipality.

However, the outbreak of the Pacific War abruptly halted the town’s steady progress and disrupted its path toward continued growth and development.

GEO-PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

 

LOCATION AND AREA

On the Philippine Map, it’s geographical coordinates are 13°28’31” Latitude and 121°51’36” Longitude. It is bounded on the north by Silangan-Guisian Coastline and Sayao Bay, on the west by Tablas Strait, on the east by the Municipality of Santa Cruz, and on the south by the Municipality of Boac.

The geodetic center of the Philippine Archipelago and primary reference of all geological surveys in the country can be found in this municipality, popularly known as the “Luzon Datum of 1911”.

Mogpog serves as the primary gateway of the province through the Balanacan Port and is about 137 nautical miles from Manila. One of the 6 municipalities in the island province of Marinduque.

The municipality has a total land area of 9847.8279 hectares distributed among the 37 component barangays. Previously, urban areas consists of 4 barangays namely Gitnang Bayan, Dulong Bayan, Market Site and Villa Mendez make up the Poblacion with a total land area of about 59.87 hectares. Upon approval of the CLUP last 2013, an additional 4 barangays were classified as urban barangays. These are Sumangga, Nangka I, Mataas na Bayan and Candahon. A total of urban land area now is about 892.59 hectares.

TOPOGRAPHY AND SLOPE

The terrain of the municipality is relatively rugged with plains as thin strips along the coast and towards the southern area while most of the northern portions are generally hilly and mountainous. The maximum elevation is 1,142 m. above sea level which drops gradually to the vicinity of the Poblacion with a minimum elevation of 36 m. above sea level. The mountain ranges include Mount Amuntay, Camarines, Lumandas, and Matung Mountains.

Slope Classification/Area and Location of the Town of Mogpog

TERRAIN CHARACTERISTICS

Mogpog has 37 barangays which are characterized by the following terrain types; coastal, plain and mountainous or upland barangays.

Coastal barangays consist of 14 barangays namely: Argao, Balanacan, Capayang, Guisian, Hinadharan, Hinanggayon, Ino, Janagdong, Laon, Mendez, Nangka II, Paye, Sayao and Silangan;

Twenty are classified as upland barangays: Banto, Bintakay, Bocboc, Butansapa, Candahon, Danao, Guisian, Hinadharan, Hinanggayon, Lamesa, Magapua, Malayak, Malusak, Mampaitan, Mataas na Bayan, Mendez, Nangka II, Pili, Puting Buhangin and Tarug;

Sixteen were classified as plain barangays: Anapog-Sibucao, Poblacion Areas (Dulong Bayan, Gitnang Bayan, Market Site, Nangka I, Sumangga, Villamendez) Banto, Candahon, Capayang, Ino, Janagdong, Laon, Magapua, Malusak, and Mangyan-Mababad.

SOIL TYPE AND CHARACTERISTICS

As per report made by the Bureau of Soils, the municipality has 7 types of soil. The soil texture predominantly varies from fine clay to coarse loamy soil.

Soil Type and Characteristics of the Town of Mogpog

Soil Depth

The established soil depth classes in the province are as follows: (1) Deep soils (>100 cm deep), give enough space for penetration into weathered rock or sandy layers that provide nutrients and water; (2) Moderately deep soils (50-100 cm), sufficient for root development of most annual crops and other tree crops when there is adequate moisture; and (3) Shallow soils (<50 cm deep) limited to shallow rooted crops or forest trees which hamper normal growth of deep rooted crops. Majority of the soil depth for Mogpog ranges from moderately deep to very deep.

Soil pH

Soil pH is being measured in terms of the hydrogen ion concentration of the aqueous phase of the soil. Essential elements for normal growth are in available form in soil pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. In addition, toxicity of some microelements is satisfactorily suppressed and available whenever sufficient quantity is present. This indicates therefore, that if pH value falls below 5.0, aluminum ion and manganese are unavailable and become toxic to the growth of some plants. In the same way, when pH value is higher than 8.0, it would mean insufficiency of ions, manganese and zinc.

The soil pH value in Mogpog ranges from 4.77 to 7.6, thus fertility level would vary in accordance with acidity.

The Existing General Land Use

The municipality has a total land area of 9,847.8279 hectares as of RPTA 1980 data and a total population of 34,043 as of the 2015 Census of Population. It has 37 barangays, 8 of which constitute the Poblacion area or the urban core.

Mogpog is still predominantly an agricultural town in the province.

Existing Urban Land Use

The urban area of the municipality is the Poblacion. It has a land area of about 60 has. or 41.77 percent of the total built-up area. It consists 4 barangays namely: Market Site, Villa Mendez, Gitnang Bayan, and Dulong Bayan.

The Poblacion is also the center of major economic activities in the area. Other social services and amenities are served by the municipality of Boac since it is very accessible to Mogpog. The large parcel of the area is agricultural.

 

MINERAL RESOURCES

Deposits of copper, iron, and lead are found in the municipality. Copper, which is abundant in Barangays Bintakay, Capayang, Ino and Pili has an extraction supply that will last for 65 years. Iron in Barangays Bocboc, Puting Buhangin, and Pili have abundant deposits of iron that will last for about 10 years. Marble deposits are also considerably abundant in Barangay Guisian, Hinanggayon and Silangan. The operation of a mining company (Consolidated Mines Incorporated) stopped its operation sometimes in 1982 in Brgy. Capayang. The mining company is into extracting and processing copper in the area.

WATER RESOURCES

The municipality is traversed by Mogpog River whose potential for being the main source of potable water in the municipality is affected by pollution due to mine wastes coming from Marcopper Mining Corporation and the previously operating Consolidated Mines Inc. Mogpog River is also divided by a number of creeks, some of which are Nangka creek, Magapua creek, Manggamnan creek, and Paadyao creek. Other rivers also traversing the area are Balanacan River and Sayao River. The effect of the spill from the Marcopper Mining Corporation can still be seen along Mogpog River up to this time.

CLIMATE AND RAINFALL

The entire province of Marinduque has a type III climate, including Mogpog which falls under the third type of climate classification by PAG-ASA, which can be described as having no pronounced dry and wet seasons; relatively dry from November to April and wet season for the rest of the year. Since there is no available climatic data in the province, data from the neighboring island province is use. The Pag-asa meteorological station whose data resembles closely the climatic characteristics of the province is located in Calapan, Oriental Mindoro.

NATURAL HAZARD

GEOHAZARD

Those barangays along the river are prone to flood: These are Barangays Bocboc, Butansapa, Banto, Malusak, Magapua, Mangyan- Mababad, Sumangga, Nangka I, Nangka II and Janagdong; including the barangays in the Poblacion area: Market Site, Dulong Bayan, Gitnang Bayan and Villa Mendez.

The following barangays are those which are highly susceptible to landslides: Brgy. Hinanggayon, Silangan, Guisian, Balanacan, Paye,

 

Argao, Ino, Malayak, Bocboc, Puting Buhangin, Mendez, Tarug, Hinadharan, Bintakay, Mangyan-Mababad, Magapua, and Malusak.

Mogpog is exposed to the eastern monsoon, thus the impact of typhoon is felt anytime of the year causing severe damages to crops. Typhoon usually comes during the wet season from June to December.

The average seasonal temperature is 27 degrees celcius.

POPULATION AND DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE

Population Count and Trend

According to the 2015 Census, Mogpog has a total population of 34,043. with a density of 357.82 inhabitants per square kilometer which is slightly higher than the density of the province. Among the 6 municipalities, Sta. Cruz has the largest population at 56,408, while Buenavista has the smallest number of population at 23,988. Mogpog ranked 4th with the highest number of population and for 3 consecutive NSO censal years, it consistently maintained its rank.

Historical Growth of Population

The Municipality’s population growth rate starting from the year 1903 to 2015, a total of 14 censal years showed that the biggest growth rate came about in 1948 which placed a 7.41 percent rate while the lowest was recorded in the censal year 1918 which has a negative rate of 0.12 percent. The PSA Census of 2015 showed that the municipality had a population growth rate of 0.39 percent or an increase of 2,011 from the total population of 33,384 of the 2010 Census of Population.

Table 8: Historical Growth of Population 1903-2015

AGE-SEX STRUCTURE

Based on NSO Census 2015, (34030=17068/16962) male population is slightly higher than female population in the municipality, having 1.007 ratio. Male population is 50.16% while female population is 49.84%. For the year 2010, data shows that 50.82% of the household population were males while 49.18% % were female (33,384=16,964/16,417). There is no significant increase or decrease in male/female population for the two censal year.

There were more males than females in age group 0 to 24 having a ratio of 108 male to 100 female. Females on the other hand, outnumbered males in the age group 25 to 29 years, 35 to 39 years, 40-44 years and age group 50 years and over.

DEPENDENCY

In 2015 NSO Census Survey, the young dependents (0-14 years) comprised of 31.07% of the total population, while the old dependents (65 years and over) posted a share of 7.52%. The working age population (15-64 years) accounted for the remaining 61.41%. The overall dependency ratio was 62.84% which indicates that for every 100 working age population, there were about 63 dependents, 12 for old and 51 for young dependents.

The dependency ratio in 2010 NSO Census Survey, was recorded at 65.62% dependents per 100 working age population, which is slightly higher than 2015 Census.

Working-age, males is slightly higher than female population with a total of 50.53% male and 49.47% females.

MOTHER TONGUE

The municipality remains predominantly Tagalog by ethnicity. To this day, Marinduquenos speak an old variation of the Tagalog language.

POVERTY INCIDENCE

2014 CBMS Survey shows that the proportion of households with income below poverty threshold stood at 50.73 percent which is equivalent to 3,940. While 2008 CBMS Survey shows that 48.50 percent of total households were below the poverty threshold, equivalent to a total of 3,559 households. It clearly shows that there was an increase of 2.23 percent.

SOCIAL

HEALTH

As of 2017, Mogpog Municipal Health Office is manned by 14 regular employees composed of 1 physician or the Municipal Health Officer, 1 nurse, 5 midwives, 1 dentist, one 1 dental aide, 2 sanitary inspectors, 1 medical technologist, 1 utility and 1 ambulance driver. In addition to the RHU staff, a total of 9 deployed Human Resource for Health (Dentist, Nurses, Midwives, Public Health Associate and Universal Health Care Coordinator) from the Department of Health (DOH) are strategically assigned in the different health stations.

The Rural Health Unit of the municipality are composed of one Main Health Center with birthing facility and five (5) Barangay Health Stations (BHS) located at Brgy. Balanacan, Bintakay, Butansapa, Magapua and Sayao.

There are 4 private medical clinics and 4 dental clinics in the municipality. A total of 4 registered physicians and 4 dentist are practicing their profession in the municipality which translates to a ratio of 1 physician per 8,500 and 4 dentist per 8,500 population against the standard of 1 physician and 1 dentist per 20,000 population, this means that Mogpog has enough physicians and dentists to serve its residents.

There is no existing hospital in the municipality, Dr. Damian Reyes Memorial Hospital, a provincial hospital serves as the nearest hospital in the municipality.

EDUCATION

The Municipality of Mogpog offers quality education from preschool to secondary education. In 2017, a total of 35 educational institutions, including 27 public elementary schools and 8 secondary schools. Of these, 8 secondary schools, 6 are public and 2 private.

Elementary education is being provided by 27 public. For school-year 2017-2018, public elementary schools admitted 5,086 enrollees. A total of 2,712 male and 2374 female students that represents 53.32% male and 46.68% female.

Secondary education is provided by 6 public and 2 private schools. Last school year, public secondary schools accommodated 1,562 enrollees while private schools welcomed 1,347 for a total of 2,909 where 53.36% are enrolled in public schools while 46.64% enrolled in private school.

Tertiary education is not offered in the municipality. Nearby towns of Boac and Santa Cruz offers tertiary education, both public and private.

Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) is also providing technical/ vocational courses and skills training (short courses) in the municipality, which caters out-of-school youth. There are two (2) technical vocational schools accredited by TESDA: Mogpog International Culinary School (MICS) that offers Cookery NC-II and Mogpog Trainning School Inc (MTSI) that offers Hilot Wellness Massage NC II courses.

There are preparatory schools in the municipality, majority of which are under the elementary schools, and one (1) private preparatory school or the Rural Improvement Club (RIC) which is under the Municipal Agriculture Office of LGU Mogpog.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Elderly

NSO data in 2015 revealed that there are 3,834 population aged 60 years old and above and more than half of these are females with a total of 2,161, while male is 1,673.

 

Persons With Disability

A total of 644 PWDs where recorded by MSWDO for CY 2017, based on their records 375 are males and 269 females. This represents only 1.89% of the total population. From among the categories identified by the PSWDO, most cases of PWDs are orthopedic disability.

Day Care Services and Facilities

As of 2017, there are 37 Day Care Centers in the municipality with a total population of 900 Day Care Children during the SY 2017-2018. The number of Day Care Children in 2017-2018 was much lower than in 2016- 2017 by 5%. SY 2015-2016 number of enrollees totaling to 995 children. Upgrading of teaching skills and competency of Day Care Workers is a priority program of the municipality thru the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office.

Solo Parents

As per record of MSWDO, a total of 65 solo parents were recorded in the municipality as of CY 2017. There are 60 female solo parent and five (5) recorded male solo parents. CY 2016 posted a total number of 59 solo parents where 5 are male and 54 are female. It shows that number of solo parents slightly increased by 0.92%.

Housing

Based on 2014-2015 CBMS data showed that a total number of household living in makeshift housing was 243 households or 3.06% of the total household population ( 7,766 HH). Most of these makeshift housing are in the coastal areas like Brgy. Guisian and Brgy. Balanacan.

PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Mogpog Municipal Police Station has a total strength of twenty four (24) PNP personnel composed of two (2) Police Commissioned Officers (PCOs), twenty- two (22) Police Non-Commissioned Officers (PNCOs) with four (4) Non Uniformed Personnel (NUPs)

For more effective response time in case of emergency, Balanacan Police Command Post (PCP) was established at Brgy. Balanacan adjoining the major entry point of the province, the Balanacan Seaport. Aside from PNP Personnel, there are 3 Uniformed PNP personnel assigned in this station.

Fire Protection Services are provided mainly by the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in the municipality. As of 2017, the local firefighting force is composed of 7 personnel. Fire fighting facilities and equipment's being used by BFP consist of 1 fire truck.

ECONOMY 

Trade, Commerce and Services

As of December 2017, Mogpog has a total of 980 registered business establishments, 165 for new establishments and 815 renewals. This is relatively higher than 931 business establishments registered in 2016; 133 for new establishments and 798 renewals which translates to an annual growth of 5 % in the business sector.

In 2017, Only one (1) financing institution was operating in the municipality, the Card Bank, others are micro-financing institutions. Joining them in the financial services sector are in the growing money remittance industry like Palawan Express, ML Kargo Padala, AL Lhuillier, Smart Padala, and Globe G-Cash. Available also in the municipality is the electronic banking outlet or ATM run by Card Bank and RCBC.

Agriculture

In terms of land use, Mogpog is primarily an agricultural town. Of the municipal’s total land area of 9,803.40 hectares, 5,612 hectares or 57.24% percent are allocated to agriculture. Data from the MAO, shows that the agricultural sector employs a total of 8,253 individuals. 4,650 are engaged into farming, while 3,603 are into fishing.

In terms of crops, coconut and banana are among the top 2 commodity in the municipality, where a total of 3,939 hectares are devoted to coconut plantation and 347.50 hectares are planted with banana. Other commodities available in the municipality are rice having

386.72 hectares of production area, followed by fruit trees with 100 hectares, vegetable production with an area of 25 hectares and root crops of 45 hectares.

Tourism

The municipality of Mogpog is blessed with green sceneries from plain lands to mountain tops down to the blue sea water. The unique culture and tradition like Putong and Moriones Festivals has placed Mogpog as well as the Province of Marinduque in the Philippine Tourism Map.

Luzon Datum of 1911 is located in Barangay Hinanggayon which is also known as geodetic center of the Philippine Archipelago and primary reference of all geological surveys in the country.

Mogpog has existing tourist attractions like Tarug Cave, Paadjao Falls, Ulong Beach, the View Deck and others. Mogpog has its own local festival, called Kangga Festival participated by all Mogpoguenos celebrated on the feast day of St. Isidore.

Housing and Property Development

Another key driver of local economic growth is its vibrant construction and property development. In 2017, a total of 53 building construction both private and residential buildings. For the year 2016, 47 new building construction was recorded by the Office of the Building Official/Municipal Engineering Office.

INFRASTRUCTURE

Roads and Bridges

As of 2017, Mogpog has a total road network of 105.2213 kilometers. A total of 24.282 kilometers are national road or an equivalent of 23.08 %, 30.4693 kilometers provincial road or 28.96 %, a total of 6.795 kilometers are municipal road or an equivalent of 6.46 % and 43.675 kilometers of barangay road, 41.50%.

In terms of road type, 68.5591 (or 65.16 % the total) are concreted; 34.4582 kilometers belongs to gravel paved road or 32.75%, while asphalt road has a total length of 2.204 kilometers or 2.09% of the total road network in the municipality.

The municipality has 12 bridges spanning to a total length of 289.90 meters. It comprises 6 national bridges with a total length of 160.90 meters and 6 provincial bridges with a total length of 129 meters. Most of these bridges are RCDG bridge, with a total of 8 concrete bridge and 4 bridges made up of steel. Two (2) steel bridges are funded under the president’s bridge program having a total of 90 meter, located at Brgy. Banto and Brgy. Candahon.

Mogpog’s public transportation system is mainly provided by    total units broken down into following: around  units of public utility jeepneys cover routes to nearby town of Boac and interior barangays of the municipality, 446 tricycles are serving mainly intra-barangay routes and 189 units of pedicabs more popularly known as “padyaks” which are supposed to cover poblacion areas and other adjacent.

As of December 2017, the total number of registered vehicles in Mogpog reached   units, higher/lower than the   registered in 2016. Of these, are private, are public utility and are government-owned vehicles.

Mogpog serves as the main gateway of the island province of Marinduque through the Balanacan Port. It is being served by several sea vessels most popularly known as RORO and other fast crafts. This port is categorized as feeder/commercial public port under the operation and management of the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA). It serves as entry/exit port in transporting goods, agricultural & fish products, passengers and others.

Aside from Balanacan Port, there are other mini ports serving the municipality. One is located at Sitio Kawayan, Brgy. Ino, that serves mainly as the fishing port of the local folks. Other coastal barangays used motorized banca as one of their mode of transportation, according to them it is more convenient and even more faster than that of land travel.

PLDT is the major telecommunication company that provides basic fixed- line telecommunication services in the municipality. There are about 62 subscribers in the Municipality of Mogpog.

The entry of the wireless telecommunication companies led by Smart, Globe and Sun Cellular has accelerated growth of the local telecommunication industry. It shows that Mogpoguenos now have greatest access to cellular service than landline, with every household owning mobile phones.

Internet access has also been increasing, powered by more accessible and affordable broadband services being offered by Smart, Globe and Sun Cellular.

Level III Waterworks system is run by the Municipal Government of Mogpog that supplies water requirements of Mogpog Poblacion and eight (8) neighboring barangays. Its main water source comes from deep well pumping stations located in strategic sites within its service area located at Brgy. Mataas na Bayan, Sumangga, Candahon, Nangka I.

As of 2017, the Mogpog Waterworks System has a total of 1,641 active household connections, 4 school connections and 53 connections of commercial establishments.

Electrical power services in the municipality is being supplied by the National Power Corporation (NAPOCOR) to the power cooperative operating in the province the Marinduque Electric Cooperative (MARELCO) that distribute electric power to the consumers.

In 2017, MARELCO has   house connections. The percentage of households with electricity is almost  %.Power rate is P   per kwh plus system loss charges and other miscellaneous charges for residential, commercial, industrial, community water systems, Public buildings and street lights.