Humba
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Isabel is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 24 barangays with a 2020 census population of 46,858. It is registered under PSGC code 0803722000 and uses ZIP code 6539. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Isabel.
About Isabel
Isabel 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 24 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 46,858 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803722000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6539.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Isabel.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Isabel.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
46,858
Population
24
Barangays
6539
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Isabel is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 24 barangays.
Isabel sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Isabel
0 recorded festivals and events in Isabel.
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Local Food in Isabel
Culinary specialties documented in Isabel 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 Isabel
Isabel is divided into 24 barangays under PSGC code 0803722000.
Anislag
0803722001
Antipolo
0803722002
Apale
0803722003
Bantigue
0803722004
Benog
0803722005
Bilwang
0803722006
Can-andan
0803722007
Cangag
0803722008
Consolacion
0803722009
Honan
0803722010
Libertad
0803722011
Mahayag
0803722012
Marvel
0803722013
Matlang
0803722014
Monte Alegre
0803722015
Puting Bato
0803722017
San Francisco
0803722018
San Roque
0803722019
Santa Cruz
0803722020
Santo Ni├▒o
0803722021
Santo Rosario
0803722022
Tabunok
0803722023
Tolingon
0803722024
Tubod
0803722025
Travel Tips for Isabel
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 Isabel.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Isabel in the Philippine Administrative System
Isabel is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803722000. 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), Isabel 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 24 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Isabel is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Isabel
What is Isabel known for?
Isabel 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 Isabel located?
Isabel is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803722000.
How many barangays does Isabel have?
Isabel has 24 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Isabel known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Isabel?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Isabel has a recorded population of 46,858.
What is the ZIP code of Isabel?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Isabel is 6539.
What cities or municipalities are near Isabel?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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