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Tuao Local Directory

Tuao is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Cagayan, Cagayan Valley (Region II), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 66,147 residents.

PSGC 0201528000 ZIP 3528
32 Barangays
66,147 Population
0 Attractions
0 Restaurants
0 Businesses
Philippines Cagayan Valley Cagayan Tuao
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Tuao is a municipality in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, made up of 32 barangays with a 2020 census population of 66,147. It is registered under PSGC code 0201528000 and uses ZIP code 3528. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Tuao.

About Tuao

Tuao is a municipality in the province of Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.

The municipality is home to 32 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 66,147 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0201528000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 3528.

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

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Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Tuao.

Municipality Classification
Cagayan Province
Cagayan Valley Region
66,147 Population
32 Barangays
3528 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Tuao is located in Cagayan within the Cagayan Valley of the Philippines. The municipality includes 32 barangays.

Tuao sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Cagayan, including Abulug, Alcala, Allacapan, Amulung.

Festivals and Events in Tuao

0 recorded festivals and events in Tuao.

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Local Food in Tuao

Culinary specialties documented in Tuao and Cagayan.

Pinakbet (Cagayan style)

Typically includes local vegetables and is often cooked with bagoong made from river fish rather than sea fish.

Ar-arusip

A type of seaweed or "sea grapes" that is crisp and juicy, often served as a fresh salad with tomatoes and onions.

Bambanti

Literally meaning "scarecrow," this is a unique local dish featuring meat (often duck or chicken) cooked in a variety of local herbs.

Barangays in Tuao

Tuao is divided into 32 barangays under PSGC code 0201528000.

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Travel Tips for Tuao

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 Tuao.

Getting Around

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

Tuao in the Philippine Administrative System

Tuao is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0201528000. 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), Tuao 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 32 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

Tuao is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Cagayan in Cagayan Valley.

People Also Ask About Tuao

What is Tuao known for?

Tuao is a municipality in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Tuao located?

Tuao is located in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0201528000.

How many barangays does Tuao have?

Tuao has 32 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What food is Tuao known for?

Documented local dishes include Pinakbet (Cagayan style), Ar-arusip, Bambanti.

What is the population of Tuao?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Tuao has a recorded population of 66,147.

What is the ZIP code of Tuao?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Tuao is 3528.

What cities or municipalities are near Tuao?

Nearby localities in Cagayan include Abulug, Alcala, Allacapan, Amulung.

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Administrative and geographic data for Tuao 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 →