Humba
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Hilongos is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 51 barangays with a 2020 census population of 66,774. It is registered under PSGC code 0803719000 and uses ZIP code 6524. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Hilongos.
About Hilongos
Hilongos 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 51 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 66,774 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803719000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6524.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Hilongos.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Hilongos.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
66,774
Population
51
Barangays
6524
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Hilongos is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 51 barangays.
Hilongos sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Hilongos
0 recorded festivals and events in Hilongos.
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Local Food in Hilongos
Culinary specialties documented in Hilongos 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 Hilongos
Hilongos is divided into 51 barangays under PSGC code 0803719000.
Agutayan
0803719001
Atabay
0803719002
Baas
0803719003
Bagong Lipunan
0803719049
Bagumbayan
0803719004
Baliw
0803719005
Bantigue
0803719006
Bon-ot
0803719050
Bung-aw
0803719007
Cacao
0803719008
Campina
0803719009
Catandog 1
0803719010
Catandog 2
0803719011
Central Barangay
0803719028
Concepcion
0803719012
Eastern Barangay
0803719029
Hampangan
0803719051
Himo-aw
0803719014
Hitudpan
0803719015
Imelda Marcos
0803719016
Kang-iras
0803719017
Kangha-as
0803719052
Lamak
0803719018
Libertad
0803719019
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Travel Tips for Hilongos
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 Hilongos.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Hilongos in the Philippine Administrative System
Hilongos is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803719000. 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), Hilongos 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 51 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Hilongos is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Hilongos
What is Hilongos known for?
Hilongos 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 Hilongos located?
Hilongos is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803719000.
How many barangays does Hilongos have?
Hilongos has 51 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Hilongos known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Hilongos?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Hilongos has a recorded population of 66,774.
What is the ZIP code of Hilongos?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Hilongos is 6524.
What cities or municipalities are near Hilongos?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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Administrative and geographic data for Hilongos 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 →