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Virac is a municipality in Catanduanes, Bicol Region, made up of 63 barangays with a 2020 census population of 75,135. It is registered under PSGC code 0502011000 and uses ZIP code 4800. This directory documents 21 attractions, 4 restaurants, 2 places to stay, and 28 verified businesses in Virac.
About Virac
Virac 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 63 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 75,135 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0502011000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4800.
Visitors and residents can explore 21 attractions, 4 restaurants, 2 accommodations, 1 festivals, 5 local dishes, and other places throughout Virac.
azifind also lists 28 verified businesses based in Virac, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Virac.
Municipality
Classification
Catanduanes
Province
Bicol Region
Region
75,135
Population
63
Barangays
4800
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Virac is located in Catanduanes within the Bicol Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 63 barangays.
Virac sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Catanduanes, including Bagamanoc, Baras, Bato, Caramoran.
Best Places to Visit in Virac
Virac has 21 documented attractions in this directory. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 63 barangays in Catanduanes, with a full index linked at the end of the section.
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5 activities recorded in Virac.
Festivals and Events in Virac
1 recorded festivals and events in Virac.
Cultural
October
Catandungan Festival
A province-wide festival commemorating the independence of Catanduanes as a separate province from Albay.
Local Food in Virac
Culinary specialties documented in Virac and Catanduanes.
Latik
Unlike the coconut curd topping in other regions, this is a local dessert made from grated cassava or gabi simmered in coconut milk and sugar.
Kagang
Small land crabs (often caught in mountains/caves) cooked in thick, spicy coconut milk; a true mountain-to-table delicacy.
Pancit Bato (Catanduanes Style)
Uses Pancit Bato noodles (from nearby Camarines Sur), stir-fried with locally caught seafood or dried fish for a smoky, oceanic taste.
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 Virac
4 places to eat are listed across Virac, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 5 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Catanduanes.
MONJ Bistro
P. Arcilla St, Francia, Virac, 4800 Catanduanes
Happy Kemji
H6J8+83V, Catanduanes Circumferential Road, Virac, Catanduanes
Angel's Pizza - Virac
Rizal Ave, Virac, Catanduanes
Virac Town Center
H6HH+XCC, Catanduanes Circumferential Road, Virac, 4800 Catanduanes
Where to Stay in Virac
2 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Virac. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Catanduanes.
Happy Island Inn
Catanduanes Midtown Inn
Barangays in Virac
Virac is divided into 63 barangays under PSGC code 0502011000.
Antipolo Del Norte
0502011001
Antipolo Del Sur
0502011002
Balite
0502011003
Batag
0502011004
Bigaa
0502011005
Buenavista
0502011006
Buyo
0502011007
Cabihian
0502011008
Calabnigan
0502011009
Calampong
0502011010
Calatagan Proper
0502011011
Calatagan Tibang
0502011012
Capilihan
0502011013
Casoocan
0502011014
Cavinitan
0502011015
Concepcion
0502011017
Constantino
0502011018
Danicop
0502011019
Dugui San Isidro
0502011021
Dugui San Vicente
0502011020
Dugui Too
0502011023
F. Tacorda Village
0502011024
Francia
0502011025
Gogon Centro
0502011026
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Travel Tips for Virac
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 Virac.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
What to Explore
Virac has 21 documented attractions. Browse the places section above for the full list.
Where to Eat
4 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 5 documented local dishes.
Where to Stay
2 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Virac in the Philippine Administrative System
Virac is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0502011000. 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), Virac 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 63 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Virac is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Catanduanes in Bicol Region.
People Also Ask About Virac
What is Virac known for?
Virac is a municipality in Catanduanes, Bicol Region. It is documented with 21 attractions, 1 festivals, 5 local dishes, and 28 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Virac located?
Virac is located in Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0502011000.
How many barangays does Virac have?
Virac has 63 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What are the best places to visit in Virac?
Notable attractions include Mamangal Beach, Batag Beach Resort, J. Browse the places section for all 21 listings.
What food is Virac known for?
Documented local dishes include Latik, Kagang, Pancit Bato (Catanduanes Style).
What is the population of Virac?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Virac has a recorded population of 75,135.
What is the ZIP code of Virac?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Virac is 4800.
What cities or municipalities are near Virac?
Nearby localities in Catanduanes include Bagamanoc, Baras, Bato, Caramoran.
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Administrative and geographic data for Virac 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 →