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Tanauan is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 102 barangays with a 2020 census population of 60,212. It is registered under PSGC code 0803748000 and uses ZIP code 6502. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 4 verified businesses in Tanauan.
About Tanauan
Tanauan 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 102 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 60,212 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803748000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6502.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 1 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Tanauan.
azifind also lists 4 verified businesses based in Tanauan, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Tanauan.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
60,212
Population
102
Barangays
6502
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Tanauan is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 102 barangays.
Tanauan sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Tanauan
1 recorded festivals and events in Tanauan.
Local Food in Tanauan
Culinary specialties documented in Tanauan and Leyte.
Humba
LeyteÔÇÖs version of this braised pork dish is legendaryÔÇöslow-cooked until the fat melts, often sweetened with brown sugar and balanced with salted black beans (tausi).
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 Tanauan
Tanauan is divided into 102 barangays under PSGC code 0803748000.
Ada
0803748001
Altura Bata
0401031001
Altura Matanda
0401031002
Altura-South
0401031003
Amanluran
0803748002
Ambulong
0401031004
Arado
0803748003
Atipolo
0803748004
Bagbag
0401031006
Bagumbayan
0401031007
Balele
0401031008
Balud
0803748005
Banadero
0401031005
Bangon
0803748006
Banjo East
0401031010
Banjo Laurel
0401031011
Bantagan
0803748007
Baras
0803748008
Bilog-bilog
0401031013
Binolo
0803748009
Binongto-an
0803748010
Bislig
0803748011
Boot
0401031014
Buntay
0803748040
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Travel Tips for Tanauan
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 Tanauan.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Tanauan in the Philippine Administrative System
Tanauan is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803748000. 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), Tanauan 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 102 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Tanauan is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Tanauan
What is Tanauan known for?
Tanauan is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 4 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Tanauan located?
Tanauan is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803748000.
How many barangays does Tanauan have?
Tanauan has 102 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Tanauan known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Tanauan?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Tanauan has a recorded population of 60,212.
What is the ZIP code of Tanauan?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Tanauan is 6502.
What cities or municipalities are near Tanauan?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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Administrative and geographic data for Tanauan 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 →