Inun-unan
The local term for fish cooked in vinegar, ginger, and aromatics, often with a little pork fat to make the sauce silky and rich.
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Basay is a municipality in Negros Oriental, Central Visayas, made up of 10 barangays with a 2020 census population of 30,018. It is registered under PSGC code 1804605000 and uses ZIP code 6222. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 2 verified businesses in Basay.
About Basay
Basay is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental, Central Visayas, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 10 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 30,018 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1804605000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6222.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 2 local dishes, and other places throughout Basay.
azifind also lists 2 verified businesses based in Basay, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Basay.
Municipality
Classification
Negros Oriental
Province
Central Visayas
Region
30,018
Population
10
Barangays
6222
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Basay is located in Negros Oriental within the Central Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 10 barangays.
Basay sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Negros Oriental, including Amlan, Ayungon, Bacong, Bais City.
Festivals and Events in Basay
0 recorded festivals and events in Basay.
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Local Food in Basay
Culinary specialties documented in Basay and Negros Oriental.
Baye-baye
A chewy, sweet snack made from pounded young coconut and toasted glutinous rice, often sold in street-side markets.
Barangays in Basay
Basay is divided into 10 barangays under PSGC code 1804605000.
Travel Tips for Basay
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 Basay.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Basay in the Philippine Administrative System
Basay is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1804605000. 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), Basay 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 10 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Basay is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Negros Oriental in Central Visayas.
People Also Ask About Basay
What is Basay known for?
Basay is a municipality in Negros Oriental, Central Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 2 local dishes, and 2 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Basay located?
Basay is located in Negros Oriental, Central Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1804605000.
How many barangays does Basay have?
Basay has 10 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Basay known for?
Documented local dishes include Inun-unan, Baye-baye.
What is the population of Basay?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Basay has a recorded population of 30,018.
What is the ZIP code of Basay?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Basay is 6222.
What cities or municipalities are near Basay?
Nearby localities in Negros Oriental include Amlan, Ayungon, Bacong, Bais City.
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Administrative and geographic data for Basay 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 →