Leyte, Eastern Visayas

Eastern Visayas · Province

Leyte Province

Leyte is the largest island province in Eastern Visayas, with Tacloban City as the regional center and a Highly Urbanized City. The province is historically significant as the site of the Battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944, the largest naval battle in history, and General MacArthur's return landing at Red Beach in Palo.

PSGC 0900450000 Region VIII 41 Cities & Municipalities
41 Cities & Munis
1,498 Barangays
1.7M Population
218 Listings
2,848 Businesses
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Leyte is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, made up of 41 cities and municipalities and 1,498 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 1,693,061. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0900450000. This directory documents 42 attractions, 3 festivals, 39 restaurants, 4 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Leyte.

About Leyte

Leyte is the largest island province in Eastern Visayas, with Tacloban City as the regional center and a Highly Urbanized City. The province is historically significant as the site of the Battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944, the largest naval battle in history, and General MacArthur's return landing at Red Beach in Palo. The MacArthur Landing Memorial in Palo marks this historic event. Leyte is also known for the San Juanico Bridge, the longest bridge in the Philippines spanning the San Juanico Strait. Ormoc City in the west is a major port and commercial center. The province produces significant quantities of coconut and abaca. Leyte suffered catastrophic damage from Super Typhoon Yolanda in 2013, particularly in Tacloban City and Palo.

Leyte is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is composed of 41 cities and municipalities covering a total of 1,498 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.

This directory covers 42 attractions including 1 beaches, 3 festivals, 4 hotels and accommodations, 39 restaurants, 117 local dishes, and 0 activities across Leyte.

Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Leyte, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.

Local Directory

Leyte Business & Tourism Directory

Province-wide listings across 41 cities and municipalities, covering 1,498 barangays.

42 Attractions
3 Festivals
4 Hotels
39 Restaurants
2,848 Businesses
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Category Top Listing Total
Attractions PTK SPOT 42
Beaches Canigao Island 1
Festivals Buyogan Festival 3
Activities No listings yet 0
Hotels Copenhagen Residences 4
Restaurants Daddy Born's 39
Rentals Naga City Taxi and Car rental services 13
Local Food Humba 117
Businesses TMC Clinic SMDC Light Mall 2,848

Top Cities & Municipalities

Most active destinations in Leyte based on total directory listings.

Bato

Barangays 92
Attractions 41
Restaurants 39
Dishes 3
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Ormoc City

City
Barangays 85
Dishes 4
Hotels 3
Attractions 0
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Abuyog

Barangays 63
Dishes 3
Attractions 0
Restaurants 0
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Administrative Index

All Cities & Municipalities of Leyte

Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.

City / Municipality Type Barangays Population Listings
Abuyog Municipality 63 61,854 4
Alangalang Municipality 54 59,063 4
Albuera Municipality 16 47,333 3
Babatngon Municipality 25 29,587 3
Barugo Municipality 37 35,402 3
Bato Municipality 92 39,275 83
Baybay City Component city 92 114,708 3
Burauen Municipality 77 54,635 3
Calubian Municipality 53 31,990 3
Capoocan Municipality 21 34,388 3
Carigara Municipality 49 56,060 3
Dagami Municipality 65 36,700 3
Dulag Municipality 45 50,728 3
Hilongos Municipality 51 66,774 3
Hindang Municipality 20 21,520 3
Inopacan Municipality 20 21,629 3
Isabel Municipality 24 46,858 3
Jaro Municipality 46 44,643 3
Javier Municipality 28 27,759 3
Julita Municipality 26 16,053 3
Kananga Municipality 23 60,885 3
La Paz Municipality 0 - -
Leyte Municipality 30 40,622 3
Macarthur Municipality 31 22,256 3
Mahaplag Municipality 28 28,424 3
Matag-ob Municipality 21 18,618 3
Matalom Municipality 30 32,604 4
Mayorga Municipality 16 18,713 3
Merida Municipality 22 32,373 3
Ormoc City Independent component city 85 238,545 7
Palo Municipality 33 80,291 4
Pastrana Municipality 29 20,327 3
San Isidro Municipality 0 - -
San Miguel Municipality 0 - -
Santa Fe Municipality 57 22,889 5
Tabango Municipality 13 33,888 3
Tabontabon Municipality 16 12,157 3
Tanauan Municipality 102 60,212 4
Tolosa Municipality 15 22,016 3
Tunga Municipality 8 8,301 3
Villaba Municipality 35 42,981 3
Province Total 1,498 1,693,061 218

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A

Municipality · Pop. 61,854

Abuyog is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 61,854 residents.

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A

Municipality · Pop. 59,063

Alangalang is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 59,063 residents.

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A

Municipality · Pop. 47,333

Albuera is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 47,333 residents.

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B

Municipality · Pop. 29,587

Babatngon is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 29,587 residents.

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B

Municipality · Pop. 35,402

Barugo is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 35,402 residents.

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B

Municipality · Pop. 39,275

Bato is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 39,275 residents.

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B

Component city · Pop. 114,708

City of Baybay is a 1st-class Component City in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 114,708 residents.

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B

Municipality · Pop. 54,635

Burauen is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 54,635 residents.

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C

Municipality · Pop. 31,990

Calubian is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 31,990 residents.

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C

Municipality · Pop. 34,388

Capoocan is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 34,388 residents.

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C

Municipality · Pop. 56,060

Carigara is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 56,060 residents.

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D

Municipality · Pop. 36,700

Dagami is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 36,700 residents.

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D

Municipality · Pop. 50,728

Dulag is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 50,728 residents.

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H

Municipality · Pop. 66,774

Hilongos is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 66,774 residents.

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H

Municipality · Pop. 21,520

Hindang is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 21,520 residents.

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I

Municipality · Pop. 21,629

Inopacan is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 21,629 residents.

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I

Municipality · Pop. 46,858

Isabel is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 46,858 residents.

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J

Municipality · Pop. 44,643

Jaro is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 44,643 residents.

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J

Municipality · Pop. 27,759

Javier is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 27,759 residents.

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J

Municipality · Pop. 16,053

Julita is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 16,053 residents.

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K

Municipality · Pop. 60,885

Kananga is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 60,885 residents.

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L

Municipality · Pop. 40,622

Leyte is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 40,622 residents.

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M

Municipality · Pop. 22,256

Macarthur is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 22,256 residents.

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M

Municipality · Pop. 28,424

Mahaplag is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 28,424 residents.

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M

Municipality · Pop. 18,618

Matag-Ob is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 18,618 residents.

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M

Municipality · Pop. 32,604

Matalom is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 32,604 residents.

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M

Municipality · Pop. 18,713

Mayorga is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 18,713 residents.

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M

Municipality · Pop. 32,373

Merida is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 32,373 residents.

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O

Ormoc City

City

Independent component city · Pop. 238,545

Ormoc City is a 1st-class Independent Component City in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 238,545 residents.

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P

Municipality · Pop. 80,291

Palo is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 80,291 residents.

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P

Municipality · Pop. 20,327

Pastrana is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 20,327 residents.

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S

Municipality · Pop. 22,889

Santa Fe is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 22,889 residents.

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T

Municipality · Pop. 33,888

Tabango is a 3rd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 33,888 residents.

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T

Municipality · Pop. 12,157

Tabontabon is a 5th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 12,157 residents.

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T

Municipality · Pop. 60,212

Tanauan is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 60,212 residents.

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T

Municipality · Pop. 22,016

Tolosa is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 22,016 residents.

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T

Municipality · Pop. 8,301

Tunga is a 5th-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 8,301 residents.

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V

Municipality · Pop. 42,981

Villaba is a 2nd-class Municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 42,981 residents.

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Local Directory

Businesses & Services in Leyte

Verified hotels, restaurants, tour operators, and professional service providers based in Leyte, searchable by category and city.

2,848 Businesses Listed

Planning a Trip Across Leyte

Best Time to Visit

The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Leyte. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.

Getting Around

Buses and shared vans typically connect the 41 cities and municipalities of Leyte, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.

Where to Base Yourself

Bato is among the most active destinations in Leyte by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.

What to Explore

Leyte has 42 documented attractions, including 1 beaches and 3 festivals across its cities and municipalities. Open a city directory for the full list.

Local Food

The province documents 117 local dishes alongside 39 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Leyte.

About Leyte in the Philippine Administrative System

Leyte is a component province of Eastern Visayas under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) classification system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Provinces serve as the primary political subdivisions of the Philippines, each governed by an elected governor and a provincial board.

The 41 cities and municipalities of Leyte collectively cover 1,498 barangays, the smallest administrative units in the country. Each barangay is governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council responsible for community-level services, dispute resolution, and local peace and order.

People Also Ask About Leyte

How many cities and municipalities are in Leyte?

Leyte has 41 cities and municipalities, comprising 2 cities and 39 municipalities, with a total of 1,498 barangays.

What is the capital of Leyte?

The provincial capital of Leyte is the seat of the provincial government. Browse the cities and municipalities index to explore the province's administrative centers.

What are the top attractions in Leyte?

Leyte has 42 documented attractions across its 41 cities and municipalities, including 1 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.

What festivals are held in Leyte?

Leyte hosts 3 documented festivals across its cities and municipalities, ranging from religious fiestas honoring patron saints to cultural and harvest festivals unique to specific communities within the province.

What is Leyte known for?

Leyte is a province in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is known for its 41 cities and municipalities, 42 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 117 documented local dishes.

Where is Leyte located?

Leyte is located in Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0900450000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.

Are there businesses and service providers listed in Leyte?

Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Leyte, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.

Geographic and administrative data for Leyte follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →