Cultural
December
Shariff Kabunsuan Festival
Commemorates the historical arrival of Arab missionary Shariff Kabunsuan via the Rio Grande de Mindanao to introduce Islam.
Direct Answer
Cotabato City is a independent component city in Maguindanao del Norte, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, made up of 37 barangays with a 2020 census population of 383,383. It is registered under PSGC code 1908703000 and uses ZIP code 9600. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 4 places to stay, and 216 verified businesses in Cotabato City.
About Cotabato City
Cotabato City is a city in the province of Maguindanao del Norte, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The independent component city is home to 37 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 383,383 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1908703000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 9600.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 4 accommodations, 1 festivals, 0 local dishes, and other places throughout Cotabato City.
azifind also lists 216 verified businesses based in Cotabato City, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Cotabato City.
Independent component city
Classification
Maguindanao del Norte
Province
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Region
383,383
Population
37
Barangays
9600
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Cotabato City is located in Maguindanao del Norte within the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao of the Philippines. The independent component city includes 37 barangays.
As an urbanized area, Cotabato City is organized around commercial districts, residential barangays, and local service centers connecting it with nearby cities in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
Cotabato City sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Maguindanao del Norte, including Barira, Buldon, Datu Blah T. Sinsuat, Datu Odin Sinsuat.
Festivals and Events in Cotabato City
1 recorded festivals and events in Cotabato City.
Where to Stay in Cotabato City
4 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Cotabato City. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Maguindanao del Norte.
Barangays in Cotabato City
Cotabato City is divided into 37 barangays under PSGC code 1908703000.
Bagua
1908703001
Bagua I
1908703006
Bagua II
1908703007
Bagua III
1908703008
Kalanganan
1908703002
Kalanganan I
1908703009
Kalanganan II
1908703010
Poblacion
1908703003
Poblacion I
1908703011
Poblacion II
1908703012
Poblacion III
1908703013
Poblacion IV
1908703014
Poblacion IX
1908703019
Poblacion V
1908703015
Poblacion VI
1908703016
Poblacion VII
1908703017
Poblacion VIII
1908703018
Rosary Heights
1908703004
Rosary Heights I
1908703020
Rosary Heights II
1908703021
Rosary Heights III
1908703022
Rosary Heights IV
1908703023
Rosary Heights IX
1908703028
Rosary Heights V
1908703024
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Travel Tips for Cotabato City
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel. Check local weather before planning a trip to Cotabato City.
Getting Around
Consider traffic conditions when moving between districts and nearby cities.
Where to Stay
4 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Cotabato City in the Philippine Administrative System
Cotabato City is classified as a independent component city under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1908703000. This code is used by national agencies including the Philippine Statistics Authority, the Commission on Elections, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government for census reporting, electoral mapping, and administrative tracking.
As a Local Government Unit (LGU), Cotabato City is governed by an elected mayor and a Sangguniang Bayan or Sangguniang Panlungsod responsible for local ordinances, the annual budget, and local services. The LGU is composed of 37 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Cotabato City is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Maguindanao del Norte in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
People Also Ask About Cotabato City
What is Cotabato City known for?
Cotabato City is a independent component city in Maguindanao del Norte, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. It is documented with 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 0 local dishes, and 216 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Cotabato City located?
Cotabato City is located in Maguindanao del Norte, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1908703000.
How many barangays does Cotabato City have?
Cotabato City has 37 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What is the population of Cotabato City?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Cotabato City has a recorded population of 383,383.
What is the ZIP code of Cotabato City?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Cotabato City is 9600.
What cities or municipalities are near Cotabato City?
Nearby localities in Maguindanao del Norte include Barira, Buldon, Datu Blah T. Sinsuat, Datu Odin Sinsuat.
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Province
Maguindanao del Norte
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Region
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
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