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Tuguegarao City is a component city in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, made up of 49 barangays with a 2020 census population of 167,297. It is registered under PSGC code 0201529000 and uses ZIP code 3500. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 4 places to stay, and 142 verified businesses in Tuguegarao City.
About Tuguegarao City
Tuguegarao City is a component city 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 component city is home to 49 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 167,297 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0201529000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 3500.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 4 accommodations, 1 festivals, 5 local dishes, and other places throughout Tuguegarao City.
azifind also lists 142 verified businesses based in Tuguegarao City, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Tuguegarao City.
Component city
Classification
Cagayan
Province
Cagayan Valley
Region
167,297
Population
49
Barangays
3500
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Tuguegarao City is located in Cagayan within the Cagayan Valley of the Philippines. The component city includes 49 barangays.
As an urbanized area, Tuguegarao City is organized around commercial districts, residential barangays, and local service centers connecting it with nearby cities in Cagayan Valley.
Tuguegarao City sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Cagayan, including Abulug, Alcala, Allacapan, Amulung.
Festivals and Events in Tuguegarao City
1 recorded festivals and events in Tuguegarao City.
Local Food in Tuguegarao City
Culinary specialties documented in Tuguegarao City and Cagayan.
Pancit Batil Patung
Stir-fried miki noodles with saut├®ed beef, veggies, and egg; served with a separate bowl of savory egg-drop soup (batil).
Sinanta
A noodle soup made with chicken, pork, clams, and rice noodles in a rich annatto-based broth.
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.
Where to Stay in Tuguegarao City
4 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Tuguegarao City. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Cagayan.
Barangays in Tuguegarao City
Tuguegarao City is divided into 49 barangays under PSGC code 0201529000.
Annafunan East
0201529001
Annafunan West
0201529038
Atulayan Norte
0201529002
Atulayan Sur
0201529039
Bagay
0201529003
Buntun
0201529015
Caggay
0201529016
Capatan
0201529017
Carig
0201529018
Caritan Centro
0201529040
Caritan Norte
0201529019
Caritan Sur
0201529020
Cataggaman Nuevo
0201529021
Cataggaman Pardo
0201529041
Cataggaman Viejo
0201529022
Centro 1
0201529005
Centro 10
0201529013
Centro 11
0201529014
Centro 12
0201529037
Centro 2
0201529035
Centro 3
0201529036
Centro 4
0201529006
Centro 5
0201529007
Centro 6
0201529008
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Travel Tips for Tuguegarao City
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 Tuguegarao City.
Getting Around
Consider traffic conditions when moving between districts and nearby cities.
Where to Stay
4 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Tuguegarao City in the Philippine Administrative System
Tuguegarao City is classified as a component city under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0201529000. 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), Tuguegarao City 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 49 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Tuguegarao City is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Cagayan in Cagayan Valley.
People Also Ask About Tuguegarao City
What is Tuguegarao City known for?
Tuguegarao City is a component city in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley. It is documented with 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 5 local dishes, and 142 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Tuguegarao City located?
Tuguegarao City is located in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0201529000.
How many barangays does Tuguegarao City have?
Tuguegarao City has 49 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Tuguegarao City known for?
Documented local dishes include Pancit Batil Patung, Sinanta, Pinakbet (Cagayan style).
What is the population of Tuguegarao City?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Tuguegarao City has a recorded population of 167,297.
What is the ZIP code of Tuguegarao City?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Tuguegarao City is 3500.
What cities or municipalities are near Tuguegarao City?
Nearby localities in Cagayan include Abulug, Alcala, Allacapan, Amulung.
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Administrative and geographic data for Tuguegarao City 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 →