Lapuz, Iloilo City

Lapuz ([laˈpus]) is a district in Iloilo City, in the Philippine province of Iloilo, on the island of Panay, in the Western Visayas region. It is the smallest district by land area as well as the least populous district, with 31,747 people in the 2020 census.

Lapuz
District of Iloilo City
Lapuz wharf
Lapuz wharf
Location within Iloilo City
Location within Iloilo City
Lapuz is located in Visayas, Philippines
Lapuz
Lapuz
Location in the Philippines
Lapuz is located in Philippines
Lapuz
Lapuz
Lapuz (Philippines)
Coordinates: 10°42′14″N 122°34′53″E
CountryPhilippines
RegionWestern Visayas (Region VI)
ProvinceIloilo (geographically only)
CityIloilo City
Congressional DistrictLone district of Iloilo City
EstablishedJuly 16, 1937
Incorporated (as district)December 17, 2008
Barangays12 (see Barangays)
Government
 • MayorJerry Treñas (Mayor of Iloilo City)
Area
 • Total3.25 km2 (1.25 sq mi)
Population
 (2020 census)
 • Total31,747
 • Density9,775.86/km2 (25,319.4/sq mi)
DemonymLapuznon
Time zoneUTC+8 (Philippine Standard Time)
ZIP code
5000
Area code33
Native languagesHiligaynon
Patron saintNuestra Señora Del Rosario (Our Lady of the Rosary)
Feast DayOctober 12

Lapuz is home to significant transportation infrastructure that plays a vital role in regional connectivity and commerce. The Iloilo International Port Complex (IIPC) serves as a major maritime gateway, facilitating the movement of goods and cargo in and out of Iloilo City.[1]

Iloilo International Port in Barangay Loboc

Lapuz is also home to the Iloilo Fastcraft & RORO terminals, which serve as terminals for fastcraft and roll-on/roll-off (RORO) vessels, respectively.

Etymology

The name "Lapuz" is derived from its older name "Lapus-lapus", which came from the Hiligaynon word "lapus", which means "to insert/pass through" because of its location.

History

Lapuz, initially a sub-district of La Paz during the Spanish regime, eventually gained its own district status on December 17, 2008. Prior to this, Lapuz had been a part of the larger La Paz district within Iloilo City.

The decision to establish Lapuz as a separate district was made by the Sangguniang Panglungsod (City Council) of Iloilo City. This resolution was passed to enable Lapuz to have its own dedicated police station and fire station, ensuring the provision of essential services to the local community.[2]

Geography

Lapuz is the smallest district, covering 3.25 square kilometres (1.25 sq mi). It is 1.32 kilometres (0.82 mi) from Iloilo City Proper, making it the nearest district to the city center. It's bordered by La Paz to the north and the City Proper to the west. It also faces eastward across the Iloilo Strait at Guimaras Island.

Barangays
Main article: Districts_of_Iloilo_City § Barangays_7

The district of Lapuz has a total of 12 barangays.

  • Alalasan
  • Bo. Obrero
  • Don Esteban
  • Jalandoni Estate
  • Lapuz Norte
  • Lapuz Sur
  • Libertad
  • Loboc
  • Mansaya
  • Progreso
  • Punong
  • Sinikway

See also

References
  1. "Iloilo Ferry Guide: Seaports, Routes, Schedules, RORO". Explore Iloilo. Retrieved August 12, 2022.
  2. "City to Recognize Lapuz as Separate District from La Paz". The News Today Online. Philippine News Agency. December 22, 2008. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
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