Cultural
November
Kabkaban Festival
Celebrates Carcar's rich heritage, historic houses, and local shoe industry; named after the abundant native kabkab fern.
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Carcar City is a component city in Cebu, Central Visayas, made up of 15 barangays with a 2020 census population of 140,308. It is registered under PSGC code 0702214000 and uses ZIP code 6019. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 33 verified businesses in Carcar City.
About Carcar City
Carcar City is a component city in the province of Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The component city is home to 15 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 140,308 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0702214000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6019.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 1 festivals, 1 local dishes, and other places throughout Carcar City.
azifind also lists 33 verified businesses based in Carcar City, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Carcar City.
Component city
Classification
Cebu
Province
Central Visayas
Region
140,308
Population
15
Barangays
6019
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Carcar City is located in Cebu within the Central Visayas of the Philippines. The component city includes 15 barangays.
As an urbanized area, Carcar City is organized around commercial districts, residential barangays, and local service centers connecting it with nearby cities in Central Visayas.
Carcar City sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Cebu, including Alcantara, Alcoy, Alegria, Aloguinsan.
Festivals and Events in Carcar City
1 recorded festivals and events in Carcar City.
Local Food in Carcar City
Culinary specialties documented in Carcar City and Cebu.
Balamban Liempo
Pork belly marinated in a secret blend of herbs and spices, then roasted until the fat renders down into a succulent, savory bite.
Barangays in Carcar City
Carcar City is divided into 15 barangays under PSGC code 0702214000.
Bolinawan
0702214001
Buenavista
0702214002
Calidngan
0702214003
Can-asujan
0702214004
Guadalupe
0702214005
Liburon
0702214006
Napo
0702214007
Ocana
0702214008
Perrelos
0702214009
Poblacion I
0702214012
Poblacion II
0702214013
Poblacion III
0702214014
Tuyom
0702214015
Valencia
0702214010
Valladolid
0702214011
Travel Tips for Carcar 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 Carcar City.
Getting Around
Consider traffic conditions when moving between districts and nearby cities.
Carcar City in the Philippine Administrative System
Carcar City is classified as a component city under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0702214000. 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), Carcar 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 15 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Carcar City is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Cebu in Central Visayas.
People Also Ask About Carcar City
What is Carcar City known for?
Carcar City is a component city in Cebu, Central Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 1 local dishes, and 33 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Carcar City located?
Carcar City is located in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0702214000.
How many barangays does Carcar City have?
Carcar City has 15 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Carcar City known for?
Documented local dishes include Balamban Liempo.
What is the population of Carcar City?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Carcar City has a recorded population of 140,308.
What is the ZIP code of Carcar City?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Carcar City is 6019.
What cities or municipalities are near Carcar City?
Nearby localities in Cebu include Alcantara, Alcoy, Alegria, Aloguinsan.
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Administrative and geographic data for Carcar 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 →