Jordan is a municipality and the capital of Guimaras province, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. Separated from Buenavista in 1918 and renamed for the Jordan River in honor of its patron saint John the Baptist, it had a 2024 census population of 40,647 across 126.11 square kilometers. The town serves as Guimaras own commercial center, holding the island wharf closest to Iloilo City, and hosts the Lenten reenactment Ang Pagtaltal sa Bulaan Bukid.
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Area (sq km) Founding Year Population Estimate Year Elevation (m) Sources
1. Jordan, Guimaras - Wikipedia
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According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 40,647 people.
Infobox, Area
126.11 km2 (48.69 sq mi)
Lead section
In 1918, the municipality was formed when it separated from Buenavista, with Valeriano Villanueva as the first appointed Presidente Municipal.
Infobox, Coordinates
10.596 N
Infobox, Coordinates [longitude]
122.5878 E
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View the Source2. Jordan, Guimaras (Wikidata)
P2044 (elevation above sea level)Quote, P2044 (elevation above sea level)
elevation 51 m
Wikidata: Jordan, Guimaras
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