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Bato Local Directory

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.

PSGC 0803707000 ZIP 4435
92 Barangays
39,275 Population
41 Attractions
39 Restaurants
95 Businesses
Philippines Eastern Visayas Leyte Bato
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Bato is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 92 barangays with a 2020 census population of 39,275. It is registered under PSGC code 0803707000 and uses ZIP code 4435. This directory documents 41 attractions, 39 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 95 verified businesses in Bato.

About Bato

Bato 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 92 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 39,275 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803707000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 4435.

Visitors and residents can explore 41 attractions, 39 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Bato.

azifind also lists 95 verified businesses based in Bato, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.

Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Bato.

Municipality Classification
Leyte Province
Eastern Visayas Region
39,275 Population
92 Barangays
4435 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Bato is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 92 barangays.

Bato sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.

Best Places to Visit in Bato

Bato has 41 documented attractions in this directory. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 92 barangays in Leyte, with a full index linked at the end of the section.

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Festivals and Events in Bato

0 recorded festivals and events in Bato.

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Local Food in Bato

Culinary specialties documented in Bato and Leyte.

Inulukan

Crabs cooked in coconut milk with gabi leaves; the specific "inulukan" refers to the small river crabs used, providing a distinct earthy flavor.

Nilasing na Isda

Small, fresh-caught river fish marinated in local wine or vinegar, then deep-fried to a crisp; a popular appetizer.

Binungoy

Glutinous rice cooked inside bamboo tubes over an open fire, often served during special occasions; a rustic, aromatic staple.

Restaurants in Bato

39 places to eat are listed across Bato, from casual local eateries to full-service dining, complementing the 3 documented local dishes above. Use the listings to find restaurants by type and price range before you visit Leyte.

Daddy Born's

994G+FM3, 1 Poblacion Rd, Bato, Camarines Sur

Slurp'T

Ayagan St, Poblacion, Bato, Camarines Sur

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Barangays in Bato

Bato is divided into 92 barangays under PSGC code 0803707000.

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Businesses & Services in Bato

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms based in Bato, Leyte, searchable by category.

95 Businesses Listed

Travel Tips for Bato

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 Bato.

Getting Around

Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.

What to Explore

Bato has 41 documented attractions. Browse the places section above for the full list.

Where to Eat

39 restaurants and food spots are listed, alongside 3 documented local dishes.

Bato in the Philippine Administrative System

Bato is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803707000. 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), Bato 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 92 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

Bato is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.

People Also Ask About Bato

What is Bato known for?

Bato is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 41 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 95 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Bato located?

Bato is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803707000.

How many barangays does Bato have?

Bato has 92 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What are the best places to visit in Bato?

Notable attractions include PTK SPOT, bato forest, Santos Quite Resthouse. Browse the places section for all 41 listings.

What food is Bato known for?

Documented local dishes include Inulukan, Nilasing na Isda, Binungoy.

What is the population of Bato?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Bato has a recorded population of 39,275.

What is the ZIP code of Bato?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Bato is 4435.

What cities or municipalities are near Bato?

Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.

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Administrative and geographic data for Bato 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 →