Catanduanes · Bicol Region · Municipality

Viga Local Directory

Viga is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Catanduanes, Bicol Region (Region V), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 21,364 residents.

PSGC 0502010000 ZIP 4805
31 Barangays
21,364 Population
9 Attractions
14 Restaurants
24 Businesses
Philippines Bicol Region Catanduanes Viga
Direct Answer

Viga is a municipality in Catanduanes, Bicol Region, made up of 31 barangays with a 2020 census population of 21,364. It is registered under PSGC code 0502010000 and uses ZIP code 4805. This directory documents 9 attractions, 14 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 24 verified businesses in Viga.

About Viga

Viga 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 31 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 21,364 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0502010000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4805.

Visitors and residents can explore 9 attractions, 14 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Viga.

azifind also lists 24 verified businesses based in Viga, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.

Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Viga.

Municipality Classification
Catanduanes Province
Bicol Region Region
21,364 Population
31 Barangays
4805 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Viga is located in Catanduanes within the Bicol Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 31 barangays.

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

Best Places to Visit in Viga

Viga has 9 documented attractions in this directory. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 31 barangays in Catanduanes, with a full index linked at the end of the section.

View all 9 attractions →

Festivals and Events in Viga

0 recorded festivals and events in Viga.

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

Local Food in Viga

Culinary specialties documented in Viga 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 Viga

14 places to eat are listed across Viga, 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.

Sauwce

San Pablo Street, Viga, 4805 Catanduanes

TRS Place

San Pedro, Viga, 4805 Catanduanes

View all 14 restaurants →

Barangays in Viga

Viga is divided into 31 barangays under PSGC code 0502010000.

View All →
View all 31 barangays →

Local Directory

Businesses & Services in Viga

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms based in Viga, Catanduanes, searchable by category.

24 Businesses Listed

Travel Tips for Viga

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 Viga.

Getting Around

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

What to Explore

Viga has 9 documented attractions. Browse the places section above for the full list.

Where to Eat

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

Viga in the Philippine Administrative System

Viga is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0502010000. 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), Viga 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 31 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

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

People Also Ask About Viga

What is Viga known for?

Viga is a municipality in Catanduanes, Bicol Region. It is documented with 9 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 24 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Viga located?

Viga is located in Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0502010000.

How many barangays does Viga have?

Viga has 31 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What are the best places to visit in Viga?

Notable attractions include Kanlubi Beach, Lampawan Beach, Cogon Hills. Browse the places section for all 9 listings.

What food is Viga known for?

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

What is the population of Viga?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Viga has a recorded population of 21,364.

What is the ZIP code of Viga?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Viga is 4805.

What cities or municipalities are near Viga?

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

Related Locations

Explore the wider area around Viga.

Province Catanduanes Explore province → Region Bicol Region Explore region →

Nearby cities & municipalities in Catanduanes

Administrative and geographic data for Viga 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 →