Humba
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Leyte is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 30 barangays with a 2020 census population of 40,622. It is registered under PSGC code 0803729000 and uses ZIP code 6533. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 213 verified businesses in Leyte.
About Leyte
Leyte 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 30 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 40,622 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803729000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6533.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Leyte.
azifind also lists 213 verified businesses based in Leyte, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Leyte.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
40,622
Population
30
Barangays
6533
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Leyte is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 30 barangays.
Leyte sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Leyte
0 recorded festivals and events in Leyte.
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Local Food in Leyte
Culinary specialties documented in Leyte 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 Leyte
Leyte is divided into 30 barangays under PSGC code 0803729000.
Bachao
0803729001
Baco
0803729002
Bagaba-o
0803729003
Basud
0803729004
Belen
0803729005
Burabod
0803729006
Calaguise
0803729007
Consuegra
0803729008
Culasi
0803729009
Danus
0803729010
Elizabeth
0803729011
Kawayan
0803729012
Libas
0803729013
Maanda
0803729014
Macupa
0803729015
Mataloto
0803729016
Palarao
0803729017
Palid I
0803729018
Palid II
0803729019
Parasan
0803729020
Poblacion
0803729021
Salog
0803729022
Sambulawan
0803729023
Tag-abaca
0803729024
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Travel Tips for Leyte
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 Leyte.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Leyte in the Philippine Administrative System
Leyte is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803729000. 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), Leyte 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 30 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Leyte is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Leyte
What is Leyte known for?
Leyte is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 213 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Leyte located?
Leyte is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803729000.
How many barangays does Leyte have?
Leyte has 30 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Leyte known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Leyte?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Leyte has a recorded population of 40,622.
What is the ZIP code of Leyte?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Leyte is 6533.
What cities or municipalities are near Leyte?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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Administrative and geographic data for Leyte 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 →