Sinabawang Balut
A bold, local specialty where balut (fertilized duck egg) is cooked into a savory, ginger-rich soup with greensÔÇöa unique high-protein comfort food.
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Maddela is a municipality in Quirino, Cagayan Valley, made up of 32 barangays with a 2020 census population of 41,867. It is registered under PSGC code 0205704000 and uses ZIP code 3404. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Maddela.
About Maddela
Maddela is a municipality in the province of Quirino, 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 41,867 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0205704000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 3404.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 6 local dishes, and other places throughout Maddela.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Maddela.
Municipality
Classification
Quirino
Province
Cagayan Valley
Region
41,867
Population
32
Barangays
3404
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Maddela is located in Quirino within the Cagayan Valley of the Philippines. The municipality includes 32 barangays.
Maddela sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Quirino, including Aglipay, Cabarroguis, Diffun, Nagtipunan.
Festivals and Events in Maddela
0 recorded festivals and events in Maddela.
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Local Food in Maddela
Culinary specialties documented in Maddela and Quirino.
Inasin
A traditional method of preserving meat (often pork or carabao) using only salt, which is then dried or smoked; a staple for mountain life.
Pinakbet (Quirino Style)
Differs from lowland versions by incorporating forest-foraged vegetables and mushrooms, lending it a more "earthy" and woody flavor profile.
Adobong Agta/Ilongot
Indigenous-inspired adobo using wild meats or forest-sourced proteins, often prepared with native ginger and wild chilies for a sharp heat.
Riverside Grill
Dishes featuring freshwater fish like tilapia or hito (catfish) caught from the provinceÔÇÖs pristine rivers, grilled simply with local herbs.
Kakanin (Sticky Rice)
Various preparations of dikit (glutinous rice) infused with local coconut milk and sometimes wild mountain honey.
Barangays in Maddela
Maddela is divided into 32 barangays under PSGC code 0205704000.
Abbag
0205704001
Balligui
0205704003
Buenavista
0205704005
Cabaruan
0205704006
Cabua-an
0205704007
Cofcaville
0205704008
Diduyon
0205704009
Dipintin
0205704010
Divisoria Norte
0205704011
Divisoria Sur
0205704004
Dumabato Norte
0205704012
Dumabato Sur
0205704013
Jose Ancheta
0205704038
Lusod
0205704014
Manglad
0205704015
Pedlisan
0205704016
Poblacion Norte
0205704017
Poblacion Sur
0205704036
San Bernabe
0205704019
San Dionisio I
0205704021
San Martin
0205704023
San Pedro
0205704024
San Salvador
0205704025
Santa Maria
0205704039
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Travel Tips for Maddela
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 Maddela.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Maddela in the Philippine Administrative System
Maddela is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0205704000. 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), Maddela 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.
Maddela is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Quirino in Cagayan Valley.
People Also Ask About Maddela
What is Maddela known for?
Maddela is a municipality in Quirino, Cagayan Valley. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 6 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Maddela located?
Maddela is located in Quirino, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0205704000.
How many barangays does Maddela have?
Maddela has 32 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Maddela known for?
Documented local dishes include Sinabawang Balut, Inasin, Pinakbet (Quirino Style).
What is the population of Maddela?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Maddela has a recorded population of 41,867.
What is the ZIP code of Maddela?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Maddela is 3404.
What cities or municipalities are near Maddela?
Nearby localities in Quirino include Aglipay, Cabarroguis, Diffun, Nagtipunan.
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Administrative and geographic data for Maddela 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 →