Humba
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Javier is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 28 barangays with a 2020 census population of 27,759. It is registered under PSGC code 0803724000 and uses ZIP code 6511. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Javier.
About Javier
Javier 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 28 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 27,759 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803724000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6511.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Javier.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Javier.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
27,759
Population
28
Barangays
6511
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Javier is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 28 barangays.
Javier sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Javier
0 recorded festivals and events in Javier.
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Local Food in Javier
Culinary specialties documented in Javier 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 Javier
Javier is divided into 28 barangays under PSGC code 0803724000.
Abuyogay
0803724001
Andres Bonifacio
0803724002
Batug
0803724003
Binulho
0803724004
Calzada
0803724005
Cancayang
0803724006
Caranhug
0803724007
Caraye
0803724008
Casulongan
0803724009
Comatin
0803724010
Guindapunan
0803724011
Inayupan
0803724012
Laray
0803724013
Magsaysay
0803724014
Malitbogay
0803724015
Manarug
0803724016
Manlilisid
0803724017
Naliwatan
0803724018
Odiong
0803724019
Picas Norte
0803724020
Pinocawan
0803724021
Poblacion Zone 1
0803724022
Poblacion Zone 2
0803724023
Rizal
0803724024
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Travel Tips for Javier
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 Javier.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Javier in the Philippine Administrative System
Javier is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803724000. 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), Javier 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 28 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Javier is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Javier
What is Javier known for?
Javier 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 Javier located?
Javier is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803724000.
How many barangays does Javier have?
Javier has 28 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Javier known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Javier?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Javier has a recorded population of 27,759.
What is the ZIP code of Javier?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Javier is 6511.
What cities or municipalities are near Javier?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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Administrative and geographic data for Javier 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 →