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Basey is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas, made up of 51 barangays with a 2020 census population of 57,645. It is registered under PSGC code 0806002000 and uses ZIP code 6720. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 1 verified businesses in Basey.
About Basey
Basey is a municipality in the province of Samar, 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 51 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 57,645 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806002000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6720.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 5 local dishes, and other places throughout Basey.
azifind also lists 1 verified businesses based in Basey, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Basey.
Municipality
Classification
Samar
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
57,645
Population
51
Barangays
6720
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Basey is located in Samar within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 51 barangays.
Basey sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Samar, including Almagro, Calbayog City, Calbiga, Catbalogan City.
Things to Do in Basey
5 activities recorded in Basey.
Festivals and Events in Basey
0 recorded festivals and events in Basey.
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Local Food in Basey
Culinary specialties documented in Basey and Samar.
Kinilaw na Tambakol
Fresh-caught yellowfin tuna from the Samar Sea, cured in tuba (coconut vinegar) with ginger, chili, and sometimes coconut cream for extra body.
Suman-Moron Hybrid
Basey is famous for its intricate weaving, and their Moron reflects thisÔÇötightly packed, smooth, and perfectly balanced between glutinous rice and cocoa.
Inun-unan na Isda
A Samar staple; fish simmered in vinegar, ginger, and turmeric. The Samar version often includes batwan for a specific, localized acidity.
Gabi (Taro) in Gata
Using the abundant wild taro of the Samar forests, cooked with thick coconut milk, dried fish, and siling haba for a creamy, spicy heat.
Pusit na Pinatuyo
Sun-dried squid, a product of the long coastlines, often fried until crispy and served with a vinegar dip as a pulutan or side.
Barangays in Basey
Basey is divided into 51 barangays under PSGC code 0806002000.
Amandayehan
0806002001
Anglit
0806002002
Bacubac
0806002003
Balante
0806002017
Baloog
0806002004
Basiao
0806002005
Baybay
0806002034
Binongtu-an
0806002051
Buenavista
0806002006
Bulao
0806002052
Burgos
0806002007
Buscada
0806002035
Cambayan
0806002008
Can-abay
0806002009
Cancaiyas
0806002010
Canmanila
0806002011
Catadman
0806002012
Cogon
0806002013
Del Pilar
0806002025
Dolongan
0806002014
Guintigui-an
0806002015
Guirang
0806002016
Iba
0806002018
Inuntan
0806002019
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Travel Tips for Basey
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 Basey.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Basey in the Philippine Administrative System
Basey is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806002000. 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), Basey 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 51 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Basey is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Samar in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Basey
What is Basey known for?
Basey is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 5 local dishes, and 1 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Basey located?
Basey is located in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806002000.
How many barangays does Basey have?
Basey has 51 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Basey known for?
Documented local dishes include Kinilaw na Tambakol, Suman-Moron Hybrid, Inun-unan na Isda.
What is the population of Basey?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Basey has a recorded population of 57,645.
What is the ZIP code of Basey?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Basey is 6720.
What cities or municipalities are near Basey?
Nearby localities in Samar include Almagro, Calbayog City, Calbiga, Catbalogan City.
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