Humba
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Barugo is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 37 barangays with a 2020 census population of 35,402. It is registered under PSGC code 0803706000 and uses ZIP code 6519. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Barugo.
About Barugo
Barugo is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 37 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 35,402 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803706000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6519.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Barugo.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Barugo.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
35,402
Population
37
Barangays
6519
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Barugo is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 37 barangays.
Barugo sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Barugo
0 recorded festivals and events in Barugo.
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Local Food in Barugo
Culinary specialties documented in Barugo and Leyte.
Binagol na Isda
A rustic preparation where fish is wrapped in banana leaves and slow-cooked over coals, sometimes with a hint of coconut cream.
Chocolate Moron
A specialized, creamy take on the Moron that leans heavily into the local tablea culture, creating a dessert that is velvety and deep in cocoa flavor.
Barangays in Barugo
Barugo is divided into 37 barangays under PSGC code 0803706000.
Abango
0803706001
Amahit
0803706002
Balire
0803706004
Balud
0803706005
Bukid
0803706006
Bulod
0803706007
Busay
0803706008
Cabarasan
0803706036
Cabolo-an
0803706009
Calingcaguing
0803706010
Can-isak
0803706011
Canomantag
0803706012
Cuta
0803706037
Domogdog
0803706038
Duka
0803706013
Guindaohan
0803706014
Hiagsam
0803706015
Hilaba
0803706016
Hinugayan
0803706017
Ibag
0803706018
Minuhang
0803706019
Minuswang
0803706020
Pikas
0803706021
Pitogo
0803706022
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Travel Tips for Barugo
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 Barugo.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Barugo in the Philippine Administrative System
Barugo is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803706000. 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), Barugo 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 37 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Barugo is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Barugo
What is Barugo known for?
Barugo is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Barugo located?
Barugo is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803706000.
How many barangays does Barugo have?
Barugo has 37 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Barugo known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Barugo?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Barugo has a recorded population of 35,402.
What is the ZIP code of Barugo?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Barugo is 6519.
What cities or municipalities are near Barugo?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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Administrative and geographic data for Barugo 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 →