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).
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Villaba is a municipality in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 35 barangays with a 2020 census population of 42,981. It is registered under PSGC code 0803751000 and uses ZIP code 6537. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Villaba.
About Villaba
Villaba 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 35 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 42,981 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0803751000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6537.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Villaba.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Villaba.
Municipality
Classification
Leyte
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
42,981
Population
35
Barangays
6537
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Villaba is located in Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 35 barangays.
Villaba sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Leyte, including Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
Festivals and Events in Villaba
0 recorded festivals and events in Villaba.
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Local Food in Villaba
Culinary specialties documented in Villaba 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 Villaba
Villaba is divided into 35 barangays under PSGC code 0803751000.
Abijao
0803751001
Balite
0803751002
Bangcal
0803751031
Bugabuga
0803751003
Cabunga-an
0803751005
Cabungahan
0803751004
Cagnocot
0803751006
Cahigan
0803751007
Calbugos
0803751008
Camporog
0803751009
Canquiason
0803751032
Capinyahan
0803751010
Casili-on
0803751011
Catagbacan
0803751012
Fatima
0803751013
Hibulangan
0803751014
Hinabuyan
0803751015
Iligay
0803751016
Jalas
0803751017
Jordan
0803751018
Libagong
0803751019
New Balanac
0803751020
Payao
0803751021
Poblacion Norte
0803751022
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Travel Tips for Villaba
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 Villaba.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Villaba in the Philippine Administrative System
Villaba is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0803751000. 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), Villaba 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 35 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Villaba is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Leyte in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Villaba
What is Villaba known for?
Villaba 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 Villaba located?
Villaba is located in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0803751000.
How many barangays does Villaba have?
Villaba has 35 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Villaba known for?
Documented local dishes include Humba, Binagol na Isda, Chocolate Moron.
What is the population of Villaba?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Villaba has a recorded population of 42,981.
What is the ZIP code of Villaba?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Villaba is 6537.
What cities or municipalities are near Villaba?
Nearby localities in Leyte include Abuyog, Alangalang, Albuera, Babatngon.
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Administrative and geographic data for Villaba 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 →