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San Isidro, officially the Municipality of San Isidro (; ), is a
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in the
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of
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,
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. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 27,044 people.


History


Early history

History records that the early inhabitants of San Isidro were the Yogads, the natives of
Echague Echague, officially the Municipality of Echague, is a municipality of the Philippines, municipality in the Philippine Province, province of Isabela (province), Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 88,410 peo ...
. However, Ilokanos later settled in Camarag, making the Yogad-Ilokano groups the dominant population in the town. The Ilokanos came from
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and
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, persuaded by Antonio Mangadap, a well-traveled leader who journeyed through Northern
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. Mangadap’s son, Jordan, who became the leader of Camarag, served as gobernadorcillo and judge. Other members of the Mangadap clan also held leadership positions in Camarag, including Alfredo, the father of Mayor Proceso Mangadap.


Spanish colonial era

In the 18th century, when names such as
Echague Echague, officially the Municipality of Echague, is a municipality of the Philippines, municipality in the Philippine Province, province of Isabela (province), Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 88,410 peo ...
and San Isidro were not yet known, Camarag was already a popular place. The name Camarag was derived from the Camarag trees abundant in the area during the Spanish period in 1710. A significant Roman Catholic Church and a road connecting Camarag to other places like
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and
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were constructed, and the ruins of these landmarks still exist today. In 1776, Camarag became a town of the Province of
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, the lone province in the Cagayan Valley at that time. However, in 1839, Camarag became the capital of
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when the province was created. Seventeen years later, in 1856, it became a town of
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, along with others such as
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,
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,
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, Gamu, Angadanan, Carig (present-day
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),
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, Alamo, Gaddang, Mayoyao, Brengiones, and Catalaganes. Camarag remained a town for many years until the town site was transferred to Katuray, a location near the
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and the present site of
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. The transfer occurred in 1863, and Katuray was renamed Echague in honor of General Rafael de Echague, the then-governor general of the country. The move was motivated by Katuray's proximity to the
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, the main transport artery, and the commercial center in the
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. Additionally, Katuray was surrounded by barangays producing high-quality tobacco and had fertile soil ideal for agriculture. With the town site transfer to Katuray in 1863, Camarag became a barrio of
Echague Echague, officially the Municipality of Echague, is a municipality of the Philippines, municipality in the Philippine Province, province of Isabela (province), Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 88,410 peo ...
. This remained the case until 1967 when San Isidro was established as a separate municipality, 104 years later. Thus, Camarag can be seen as the "mother" of
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, which in turn became the "mother" of San Isidro. The opening of the San Jose- Santa Fee road in the 1920s facilitated the movement of people from
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and
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to the
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, with many settling in Camarag. Leaders among these new settlers included Benito Tumamao, Vicente Ramos, Ramon Felipe, Tomas Galapia, and Alejandro Viloria. The influx of people into Camarag led to a population increase, which in turn boosted trade and commerce.


Philippine independence

On June 17, 1967, ''Republic Act 5139'', authored by Representative Melanio T. Singson, became law, creating the municipality of San Isidro. This law separated San Isidro from the municipality of
Echague Echague, officially the Municipality of Echague, is a municipality of the Philippines, municipality in the Philippine Province, province of Isabela (province), Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 88,410 peo ...
, its "mother town" since 1863. The town was officially inaugurated on January 1, 1968. The initiative to create San Isidro began in 1966 when Barangay Captain Guillermo Mariano and Municipal Councilor Ricardo Netro, both residents of San Isidro along with former
Echague Echague, officially the Municipality of Echague, is a municipality of the Philippines, municipality in the Philippine Province, province of Isabela (province), Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 88,410 peo ...
Mayor Patricio Ramos, then a Board Member of
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, petitioned Representative Singson to introduce a bill in the Philippine Congress to establish the new town of San Isidro. Singson initially opposed the creation of a new town due to the challenges of managing a new municipality, logistical constraints, and the limited area of the proposed municipality. However, he eventually relented to the group's persistence and enthusiasm and filed the bill in Congress. It was expected that the town site would be in Camarag due to its historical importance and popularity. However, since Camarag was located on the boundary of Echague, the site was conveniently assigned to its current location, between Barangay Gomez and Barangay Rizal. Since its establishment in 1967, the municipality of San Isidro has seen ten political administrations. Notably, Jolly P. Silverio stands out as one of the most influential leaders who spurred development in the area. Currently, the municipality is under the leadership of a young and dynamic mayor celebrated for his significant achievements. Today, while the Ilokanos remain the dominant group in San Isidro, the municipality is home to a diverse population.
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, Pangasinense, Ibanags, Gaddangs, and others have made San Isidro their place of residence and commerce.


Geography

San Isidro is situated from the provincial capital
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, and from the country's capital city of
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.


Barangays

San Isidro is politically subdivided into 13
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s. Each barangay consists of
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s while some have
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. * Camarag * Cebu * Gomez (
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) * Gud * Nagbukel * Patanad * Quezon * Ramos East * Ramos West * Rizal East * Rizal West *Victoria (Doña Paulina) * Villaflor


Climate


Demographics

In the 2020 census, the population of San Isidro, Isabela, was 27,044 people, with a density of .


Economy


Government


Local government

As a municipality in the Province of Isabela, government officials at the provincial and municipal levels are voted by the town. The provincial government has political jurisdiction over most local transactions of the municipal government. The Municipality of San Isidro is governed by a mayor, designated as its local chief executive, and by a municipal council as its legislative body in accordance with the Local Government Code. The mayor, vice mayor, and the municipal councilors are elected directly through polls held every three years. Barangays are also headed by elected officials: Barangay Captain,
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, whose members are called Barangay Councilors. The barangays have SK federation which represents the barangay, headed by SK chairperson and whose members are called SK councilors. All officials are also elected every three years.


Elected officials


Congress representation

San Isidro, belonging to the sixth legislative district of the province of Isabela, currently represented by Hon. Faustino A. Dy V.


Education

The Schools Division of Isabela governs the town's public education system. The division office is a field office of the
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in
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region. The San Isidro Schools District Office governs all public and private elementary and high schools throughout the municipality.


Primary and elementary schools

* Alpha Kiddie Learning Center of San Isidro * Camarag Elementary School * Capayacan Elementary School * Dona Paulina Elementary School * Gud Elementary School * Nagbukel Elementary School * Patanad Elementary School * Quezon Elementary School * Ramos Elementary School * Ramos West Elementary School * San Isidro East Central School * San Isidro United Methodist School * San Isidro West Central School * Villaflor Elementary School * Zion Methodist Learning Center


Secondary schools

* Cebu Integrated Sschool * Manuel L. Quezon National High School * San Isidro National High School


References


External links


Municipal Profile at the National Competitiveness Council of the PhilippinesSan Isidro at the Isabela Government WebsiteLocal Governance Performance Management System
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