What is Gigmoto known for?

Gigmoto is a municipality in Catanduanes, Bicol Region. It is documented with 10 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 26 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Gigmoto located?

Gigmoto is located in Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0502005000.

How many barangays does Gigmoto have?

Gigmoto has 9 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What are the best places to visit in Gigmoto?

Notable attractions include gigmoto, Macalanhog (Pulo) Beach (Sarmiento island), Old Gigmoto Sea Port Ruin. Browse the places section for all 10 listings.

What food is Gigmoto known for?

Documented local dishes include Kagang, Ginataang Nito, Adobong Pugita.

What is the population of Gigmoto?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Gigmoto has a recorded population of 8,348.

What is the ZIP code of Gigmoto?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Gigmoto is 4804.

What cities or municipalities are near Gigmoto?

Nearby localities in Catanduanes include Bagamanoc, Baras, Bato, Caramoran.

Gigmoto Catanduanes - Places, Hotels, Restaurants, Festivals & Barangays

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Gigmoto is a municipality in Catanduanes, Bicol Region, made up of 9 barangays with a 2020 census population of 8,348. It is registered under PSGC code 0502005000 and uses ZIP code 4804. This directory documents 10 attractions, 16 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 26 verified businesses in Gigmoto.

About Gigmoto

Gigmoto is a municipality in the province of Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.

The municipality is home to 9 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 8,348 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0502005000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4804.

Visitors and residents can explore 10 attractions, 16 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Gigmoto.

azifind also lists 26 verified businesses based in Gigmoto, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.

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Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Gigmoto.

Municipality Classification

Catanduanes Province

Bicol Region Region

8,348 Population

9 Barangays

4804 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Gigmoto is located in Catanduanes within the Bicol Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 9 barangays.

Gigmoto sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Catanduanes, including Bagamanoc, Baras, Bato, Caramoran.

0 recorded festivals and events in Gigmoto.

Explore upcoming events and local celebrations in Gigmoto as listings become available.

Local Food in Gigmoto

Culinary specialties documented in Gigmoto and Catanduanes.

Kagang

Small land crabs (often caught in mountains/caves) cooked in thick, spicy coconut milk; a true mountain-to-table delicacy.

Ginataang Nito

Young fern shoots (nito or pako) cooked in coconut milk, often with smoked fish to provide an earthy, salty contrast to the creaminess.

Adobong Pugita

While found elsewhere, the Catanduanes version is distinct for being simmered until tender in a very dark, reduced vinegar and soy sauce base.

Restaurants in Gigmoto

16 places to eat are listed across Gigmoto, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 3 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Catanduanes.

Bestea X E-fren Fries

L Tolledo Street, Gigmoto, 4804 Catanduanes

M.T. TOLLEDO EATERY

Q9HR+WFH, San Jose St, Gigmoto, Catanduanes

M. Manlangit Eatery

Q9HR+J8M, Gigmoto, Catanduanes

OLAY'S LUGAWAN

Q9HR+J4W, Mayon Ave, Gigmoto, Catanduanes

Gigmoto Inasal

261 San Jose St, Gigmoto, Catanduanes

MONSI'SIG GRILL HOUSE

277 Greenfield St, Gigmoto, Catanduanes

Travel Tips for Gigmoto

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 Gigmoto.

Getting Around

Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.

What to Explore

Gigmoto has 10 documented attractions. Browse the places section above for the full list.

Where to Eat

16 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 3 documented local dishes.

Gigmoto in the Philippine Administrative System

Gigmoto is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0502005000. 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), Gigmoto 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 9 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

Gigmoto is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Catanduanes in Bicol Region.

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Nearby cities & municipalities in Catanduanes

Bagamanoc Baras Bato Caramoran Pandan Panganiban San Andres San Miguel

Administrative and geographic data for Gigmoto follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. Business and place listings are sourced from publicly available data. About azifind.com →