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Placer is a municipality in Surigao del Norte, Caraga, made up of 55 barangays with a 2020 census population of 30,442. It is registered under PSGC code 1606717000 and uses ZIP code 5408. This directory documents 10 attractions, 16 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 33 verified businesses in Placer.
About Placer
Placer is a municipality in the province of Surigao del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 55 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 30,442 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1606717000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5408.
Visitors and residents can explore 10 attractions, 16 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 5 local dishes, and other places throughout Placer.
azifind also lists 33 verified businesses based in Placer, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Placer.
Municipality
Classification
Surigao del Norte
Province
Caraga
Region
30,442
Population
55
Barangays
5408
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Placer is located in Surigao del Norte within the Caraga of the Philippines. The municipality includes 55 barangays.
Placer sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Surigao del Norte, including Alegria, Bacuag, Burgos, Claver.
Best Places to Visit in Placer
Placer has 10 documented attractions in this directory. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 55 barangays in Surigao del Norte, with a full index linked at the end of the section.
Quibrada light house
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0 recorded festivals and events in Placer.
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Local Food in Placer
Culinary specialties documented in Placer and Surigao del Norte.
Bulalo (Masbate Style)
Beef shank soup famous for its clear, clean broth, utilizing the abundant local beef; often served with simple aromatics to let the meat shine.
Tinapa (Smoked Fish)
Specifically galunggong or tulingan smoked using traditional methods; a staple breakfast item in local markets.
Kinilaw na Isda
Fresh raw fish cured in high-acid local vinegar, calamansi, ginger, onions, and chili; the "sushi" of the islands.
Budbud
A local version of suman made with glutinous rice and coconut milk, often served with a side of local chocolate or ripe mangoes.
Carabao Milk Pastillas
Sweet, creamy milk candies made from pure carabao milk, a legacy of the province's rich dairy and livestock history.
Restaurants in Placer
16 places to eat are listed across Placer, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 5 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Surigao del Norte.
Hukada Food & Grill
Brgy. Centro, Placer, Masbate, WVG6+QHM, Placer, Lalawigan ng Masbate
D'Captains Pizza-Placer
VW98+565, Placer, Masbate
Ponce's Resort
Central Nautical Hwy, Placer, Masbate
Villa Carillo Beach Resort
Darag, Brgy, Placer, 5408 Masbate
Ledjar Eatery
Katipunan, Placer, 5408 Masbate
Em-Em's Gotohan
VW96+W64, Placer, Masbate
D'Siblings Beach Resort
VVV9+XG6, Placer, Masbate
Mercy Store
Bugtong Cawayan, WVV3+XC6, Placer, Masbate
Michael Store
Crossing Bugtong Cawayan, XV43+V53, Placer, Masbate
Barangays in Placer
Placer is divided into 55 barangays under PSGC code 1606717000.
Aguada
0504117001
Amoslog
1606717002
Anislagan
1606717003
Bad-as
1606717004
Ban-Ao
0504117002
Boyongan
1606717005
Bugas-bugas
1606717006
Burabod
0504117003
Cabangcalan
0504117004
Calumpang
0504117005
Camayabsan
0504117006
Central
1606717007
Daanlungsod
0504117008
Dangpanan
0504117009
Daraga
0504117010
Ellaperal
1606717008
Guin-Awayan
0504117011
Guinhan-Ayan
0504117012
Ipil
1606717009
Katipunan
0504117013
Lakandula
1606717010
Libas
0504117014
Locso-An
0504117015
Luna
0504117016
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Travel Tips for Placer
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 Placer.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
What to Explore
Placer has 10 documented attractions. Browse the places section above for the full list.
Where to Eat
16 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 5 documented local dishes.
Placer in the Philippine Administrative System
Placer is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1606717000. 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), Placer 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 55 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Placer is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Surigao del Norte in Caraga.
People Also Ask About Placer
What is Placer known for?
Placer is a municipality in Surigao del Norte, Caraga. It is documented with 10 attractions, 0 festivals, 5 local dishes, and 33 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Placer located?
Placer is located in Surigao del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1606717000.
How many barangays does Placer have?
Placer has 55 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What are the best places to visit in Placer?
Notable attractions include Brgy. Nagarao island placer masbate, Quibrada light house, PLACER TRIANGLE. Browse the places section for all 10 listings.
What food is Placer known for?
Documented local dishes include Bulalo (Masbate Style), Tinapa (Smoked Fish), Kinilaw na Isda.
What is the population of Placer?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Placer has a recorded population of 30,442.
What is the ZIP code of Placer?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Placer is 5408.
What cities or municipalities are near Placer?
Nearby localities in Surigao del Norte include Alegria, Bacuag, Burgos, Claver.
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