Humba
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Capoocan is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 21 barangays with a 2020 census population of 34,388. It is registered under PSGC code 0803714000 and uses ZIP code 6530. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Capoocan.
About Capoocan
Capoocan 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 21 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 34,388 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803714000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6530.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Capoocan.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Capoocan.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
34,388
Population
21
Barangays
6530
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Capoocan is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 21 barangays.
Capoocan sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Capoocan
0 recorded festivals and events in Capoocan.
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Local Food in Capoocan
Culinary specialties documented in Capoocan 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 Capoocan
Capoocan is divided into 21 barangays under PSGC code 0803714000.
Balucanad
0803714001
Balud
0803714002
Balugo
0803714003
Cabul-an
0803714004
Culasian
0803714007
Gayad
0803714006
Guinadiongan
0803714008
Lemon
0803714009
Libertad
0803714010
Manloy
0803714011
Nauguisan
0803714012
Pinamopoan
0803714014
Poblacion Zone I
0803714015
Poblacion Zone II
0803714016
Potot
0803714017
San Joaquin
0803714018
Santo Ni├▒o
0803714019
Talairan
0803714020
Talisay
0803714021
Tolibao
0803714022
Visares
0803714023
Travel Tips for Capoocan
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 Capoocan.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Capoocan in the Philippine Administrative System
Capoocan is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803714000. 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), Capoocan 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 21 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Capoocan is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Capoocan
What is Capoocan known for?
Capoocan 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 Capoocan located?
Capoocan is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803714000.
How many barangays does Capoocan have?
Capoocan has 21 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Capoocan known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Capoocan?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Capoocan has a recorded population of 34,388.
What is the ZIP code of Capoocan?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Capoocan is 6530.
What cities or municipalities are near Capoocan?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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Administrative and geographic data for Capoocan 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 →