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Castilla Local Directory

Castilla is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Sorsogon, Bicol Region (Region V), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 61,308 residents.

PSGC 0506206000 ZIP 4713
34 Barangays
61,308 Population
12 Attractions
22 Restaurants
36 Businesses
Philippines Bicol Region Sorsogon Castilla
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Castilla is a municipality in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, made up of 34 barangays with a 2020 census population of 61,308. It is registered under PSGC code 0506206000 and uses ZIP code 4713. This directory documents 12 attractions, 22 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 36 verified businesses in Castilla.

About Castilla

Castilla is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, 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 34 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 61,308 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0506206000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4713.

Visitors and residents can explore 12 attractions, 22 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 2 local dishes, and other places throughout Castilla.

azifind also lists 36 verified businesses based in Castilla, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.

Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Castilla.

Municipality Classification
Sorsogon Province
Bicol Region Region
61,308 Population
34 Barangays
4713 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Castilla is located in Sorsogon within the Bicol Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 34 barangays.

Castilla sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Sorsogon, including Barcelona, Bulan, Bulusan, Casiguran.

Best Places to Visit in Castilla

Castilla has 12 documented attractions in this directory. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 34 barangays in Sorsogon, with a full index linked at the end of the section.

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Festivals and Events in Castilla

0 recorded festivals and events in Castilla.

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Local Food in Castilla

Culinary specialties documented in Castilla and Sorsogon.

Bicol Express (Sorsogon Style)

Distinguished by the use of "Balaw" (fermented tiny shrimp) instead of just bagoong, providing a deeper, more complex umami kick.

Ginataang Kuhol

Large rice-field snails simmered in spicy coconut milk, often cooked with a generous amount of siling labuyo for a slow-building heat.

Restaurants in Castilla

22 places to eat are listed across Castilla, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 2 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Sorsogon.

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Barangays in Castilla

Castilla is divided into 34 barangays under PSGC code 0506206000.

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Businesses & Services in Castilla

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

36 Businesses Listed

Travel Tips for Castilla

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 Castilla.

Getting Around

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

What to Explore

Castilla has 12 documented attractions. Browse the places section above for the full list.

Where to Eat

22 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 2 documented local dishes.

Castilla in the Philippine Administrative System

Castilla is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0506206000. 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), Castilla 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 34 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

Castilla is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Sorsogon in Bicol Region.

People Also Ask About Castilla

What is Castilla known for?

Castilla is a municipality in Sorsogon, Bicol Region. It is documented with 12 attractions, 0 festivals, 2 local dishes, and 36 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Castilla located?

Castilla is located in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0506206000.

How many barangays does Castilla have?

Castilla has 34 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What are the best places to visit in Castilla?

Notable attractions include Castilla Cove, Salvacion Rolling Hills Viewpoint, Purok Malbarosa, Canjela, Castilla Sorsogon. Browse the places section for all 12 listings.

What food is Castilla known for?

Documented local dishes include Bicol Express (Sorsogon Style), Ginataang Kuhol.

What is the population of Castilla?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Castilla has a recorded population of 61,308.

What is the ZIP code of Castilla?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Castilla is 4713.

What cities or municipalities are near Castilla?

Nearby localities in Sorsogon include Barcelona, Bulan, Bulusan, Casiguran.

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Administrative and geographic data for Castilla 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 →