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Palanan is a municipality in Isabela, Cagayan Valley, made up of 17 barangays with a 2020 census population of 18,091. It is registered under PSGC code 0203121000 and uses ZIP code 3334. This directory documents 1 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 1 verified businesses in Palanan.
About Palanan
Palanan is a municipality in the province of Isabela, 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 17 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 18,091 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0203121000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 3334.
Visitors and residents can explore 1 attractions including 1 beaches, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Palanan.
azifind also lists 1 verified businesses based in Palanan, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Palanan.
Municipality
Classification
Isabela
Province
Cagayan Valley
Region
18,091
Population
17
Barangays
3334
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Palanan is located in Isabela within the Cagayan Valley of the Philippines. The municipality includes 17 barangays.
Palanan has documented coastal areas, with 1 beach recorded in this directory. Coastal barangays support activities such as fishing, beach tourism, and marine recreation.
Palanan sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Isabela, including Alicia, Angadanan, Aurora, Benito Soliven.
Best Places to Visit in Palanan
Palanan has 1 documented attractions in this directory, including 1 recorded beach. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 17 barangays in Isabela, with a full index linked at the end of the section.
Festivals and Events in Palanan
0 recorded festivals and events in Palanan.
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Local Food in Palanan
Culinary specialties documented in Palanan and Isabela.
Munggo Soup (Gisadong Munggo)
A staple comfort food given IsabelaÔÇÖs status as the top mung bean producer; often cooked with tinapa (smoked fish) or chicharon for depth.
Corn-based Dishes
Utilizing the province's corn abundance, dishes like corn-fed chicken or corn-based soups are common in local households.
Adobong Isabela
A variation of the national dish that often incorporates a higher ratio of local vinegar and specific cuts of pork or chicken favored in the valley.
Dinengdeng (Isabela Style)
Features a wider variety of freshwater fish from the province's river systems, seasoned with locally produced bagoong.
Barangays in Palanan
Palanan is divided into 17 barangays under PSGC code 0203121000.
Alomanay
0203121015
Bisag
0203121001
Culasi
0203121014
Dialaoyao
0203121002
Dicabisagan East
0203121010
Dicabisagan West
0203121011
Dicadyuan
0203121003
Didaddungan
0203121016
Didiyan
0203121004
Dimalicu-licu
0203121005
Dimasari
0203121006
Dimatican
0203121007
Maligaya
0203121008
Marikit
0203121009
San Isidro
0203121017
Santa Jacinta
0203121012
Villa Robles
0203121013
Travel Tips for Palanan
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 Palanan.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
What to Explore
Palanan has 1 documented attractions, including coastal spots. Browse the places section above for the full list.
Coastal Note
For coastal activities, check local weather and sea conditions before heading out.
Palanan in the Philippine Administrative System
Palanan is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0203121000. 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), Palanan 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 17 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Palanan is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Isabela in Cagayan Valley.
People Also Ask About Palanan
What is Palanan known for?
Palanan is a municipality in Isabela, Cagayan Valley. It is documented with 1 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 1 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Palanan located?
Palanan is located in Isabela, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0203121000.
How many barangays does Palanan have?
Palanan has 17 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What are the best places to visit in Palanan?
Notable attractions include Dicotcotan Beach. Browse the places section for all 1 listings.
What food is Palanan known for?
Documented local dishes include Munggo Soup (Gisadong Munggo), Corn-based Dishes, Adobong Isabela.
What is the population of Palanan?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Palanan has a recorded population of 18,091.
What is the ZIP code of Palanan?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Palanan is 3334.
What cities or municipalities are near Palanan?
Nearby localities in Isabela include Alicia, Angadanan, Aurora, Benito Soliven.
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Administrative and geographic data for Palanan 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 →