Pani-Pani
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Maria is a municipality in Siquijor, Central Visayas, made up of 22 barangays with a 2020 census population of 15,146. It is registered under PSGC code 1806104000 and uses ZIP code 6229. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Maria.
About Maria
Maria is a municipality in the province of Siquijor, 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 22 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 15,146 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1806104000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6229.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Maria.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Maria.
Municipality
Classification
Siquijor
Province
Central Visayas
Region
15,146
Population
22
Barangays
6229
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Maria is located in Siquijor within the Central Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 22 barangays.
Maria sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Siquijor, including Enrique Villanueva, Larena, Lazi, San Juan.
Festivals and Events in Maria
0 recorded festivals and events in Maria.
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Local Food in Maria
Culinary specialties documented in Maria and Siquijor.
Chicken Binakol
SiquijorÔÇÖs take on this classic Visayan soup; the islandÔÇÖs volcanic soil produces flavorful free-range chickens, and the dish is infused with sweet coconut water.
Pan Bisaya
A rustic, crusty local bread baked in wood-fired ovens, often served during breakfast with a side of Sikwate (pure cacao).
Sikwate
Not just a drink, but a ritual; pure local cacao tablea whisked with a batirol until frothy, reflecting the island's traditional farming roots.
Barangays in Maria
Maria is divided into 22 barangays under PSGC code 1806104000.
Bogo
1806104001
Bonga
1806104002
Cabal-asan
1806104003
Calunasan
1806104004
Candaping A
1806104005
Candaping B
1806104006
Cantaroc A
1806104007
Cantaroc B
1806104008
Cantugbas
1806104009
Lico-an
1806104010
Lilo-an
1806104011
Logucan
1806104013
Looc
1806104012
Minalulan
1806104014
Nabutay
1806104015
Olang
1806104016
Pisong A
1806104017
Pisong B
1806104018
Poblacion Norte
1806104019
Poblacion Sur
1806104020
Saguing
1806104021
Sawang
1806104022
Travel Tips for Maria
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 Maria.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Maria in the Philippine Administrative System
Maria is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1806104000. 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), Maria 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 22 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Maria is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Siquijor in Central Visayas.
People Also Ask About Maria
What is Maria known for?
Maria is a municipality in Siquijor, Central Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Maria located?
Maria is located in Siquijor, Central Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1806104000.
How many barangays does Maria have?
Maria has 22 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Maria known for?
Documented local dishes include Pani-Pani, Chicken Binakol, Pan Bisaya.
What is the population of Maria?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Maria has a recorded population of 15,146.
What is the ZIP code of Maria?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Maria is 6229.
What cities or municipalities are near Maria?
Nearby localities in Siquijor include Enrique Villanueva, Larena, Lazi, San Juan.
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Administrative and geographic data for Maria 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 →