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.
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Calbiga is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas, made up of 41 barangays with a 2020 census population of 23,309. It is registered under PSGC code 0806004000 and uses ZIP code 6715. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 2 verified businesses in Calbiga.
About Calbiga
Calbiga 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 41 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 23,309 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806004000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6715.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Calbiga.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Calbiga.
Municipality
Classification
Samar
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
23,309
Population
41
Barangays
6715
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Calbiga is located in Samar within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 41 barangays.
Calbiga sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Samar, including Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Catbalogan City.
Festivals and Events in Calbiga
0 recorded festivals and events in Calbiga.
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Local Food in Calbiga
Culinary specialties documented in Calbiga and Samar.
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 Calbiga
Calbiga is divided into 41 barangays under PSGC code 0806004000.
Antol
0806004001
Bacyaran
0806004002
Barangay 1
0806004028
Barangay 2
0806004029
Barangay 3
0806004030
Barangay 4
0806004031
Barangay 5
0806004032
Barangay 6
0806004033
Barangay 7
0806004034
Barobaybay
0806004004
Beri
0806004003
Binanggaran
0806004005
Borong
0806004006
Bulao
0806004007
Buluan
0806004008
Caamlongan
0806004009
Calayaan
0806004010
Calingonan
0806004011
Canbagtic
0806004012
Canticum
0806004013
Daligan
0806004014
Guinbanga
0806004015
Hindang
0806004042
Hubasan
0806004016
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Travel Tips for Calbiga
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 Calbiga.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Calbiga in the Philippine Administrative System
Calbiga is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806004000. 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), Calbiga 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 41 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Calbiga is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Samar in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Calbiga
What is Calbiga known for?
Calbiga is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 2 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Calbiga located?
Calbiga is located in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806004000.
How many barangays does Calbiga have?
Calbiga has 41 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Calbiga known for?
Documented local dishes include Kinilaw na Tambakol, Inun-unan na Isda, Gabi (Taro) in Gata.
What is the population of Calbiga?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Calbiga has a recorded population of 23,309.
What is the ZIP code of Calbiga?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Calbiga is 6715.
What cities or municipalities are near Calbiga?
Nearby localities in Samar include Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Catbalogan City.
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