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Palo is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 33 barangays with a 2020 census population of 80,291. It is registered under PSGC code 0803739000 and uses ZIP code 6501. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 1 places to stay, and 3 verified businesses in Palo.
About Palo
Palo 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 33 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 80,291 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803739000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6501.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 1 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Palo.
azifind also lists 3 verified businesses based in Palo, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Palo.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
80,291
Population
33
Barangays
6501
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Palo is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 33 barangays.
Palo sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Palo
0 recorded festivals and events in Palo.
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Local Food in Palo
Culinary specialties documented in Palo 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.
Where to Stay in Palo
1 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Palo. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Leyte.
Barangays in Palo
Palo is divided into 33 barangays under PSGC code 0803739000.
Anahaway
0803739001
Arado
0803739002
Baras
0803739004
Barayong
0803739005
Buri
0803739020
Cabarasan Daku
0803739006
Cabarasan Guti
0803739007
Campetik
0803739008
Candahug
0803739009
Cangumbang
0803739010
Canhidoc
0803739011
Capirawan
0803739012
Castilla
0803739013
Cavite East
0803739021
Cavite West
0803739022
Cogon
0803739014
Gacao
0803739015
Guindapunan
0803739016
Libertad
0803739017
Luntad
0803739023
Naga-naga
0803739018
Pawing
0803739019
Salvacion
0803739025
San Agustin
0803739026
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Travel Tips for Palo
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 Palo.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Where to Stay
1 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Palo in the Philippine Administrative System
Palo is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803739000. 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), Palo 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 33 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Palo is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Palo
What is Palo known for?
Palo is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 3 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Palo located?
Palo is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803739000.
How many barangays does Palo have?
Palo has 33 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Palo known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Palo?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Palo has a recorded population of 80,291.
What is the ZIP code of Palo?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Palo is 6501.
What cities or municipalities are near Palo?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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Administrative and geographic data for Palo 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 →