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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Jiabong is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas, made up of 34 barangays with a 2020 census population of 19,482. It is registered under PSGC code 0806009000 and uses ZIP code 6701. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Jiabong.
About Jiabong
Jiabong 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 34 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 19,482 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806009000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6701.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Jiabong.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Jiabong.
Municipality
Classification
Samar
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
19,482
Population
34
Barangays
6701
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Jiabong is located in Samar within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 34 barangays.
Jiabong sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Samar, including Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.
Festivals and Events in Jiabong
0 recorded festivals and events in Jiabong.
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Local Food in Jiabong
Culinary specialties documented in Jiabong 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 Jiabong
Jiabong is divided into 34 barangays under PSGC code 0806009000.
Barangay No. 1
0806009024
Barangay No. 2
0806009025
Barangay No. 3
0806009026
Barangay No. 4
0806009027
Barangay No. 5
0806009028
Barangay No. 6
0806009029
Barangay No. 7
0806009030
Barangay No. 8
0806009031
Bawang
0806009001
Bugho
0806009002
Camarobo-an
0806009004
Candayao
0806009005
Cantongtong
0806009006
Casapa
0806009007
Catalina
0806009008
Cristina
0806009009
Dogongan
0806009011
Garcia
0806009012
Hinaga
0806009013
Jia-an
0806009014
Jidanao
0806009015
Lulugayan
0806009016
Macabetas
0806009017
Malino
0806009018
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Travel Tips for Jiabong
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 Jiabong.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Jiabong in the Philippine Administrative System
Jiabong is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806009000. 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), Jiabong 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 34 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Jiabong is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Samar in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Jiabong
What is Jiabong known for?
Jiabong is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Jiabong located?
Jiabong is located in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806009000.
How many barangays does Jiabong have?
Jiabong has 34 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Jiabong known for?
Documented local dishes include Kinilaw na Tambakol, Inun-unan na Isda, Gabi (Taro) in Gata.
What is the population of Jiabong?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Jiabong has a recorded population of 19,482.
What is the ZIP code of Jiabong?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Jiabong is 6701.
What cities or municipalities are near Jiabong?
Nearby localities in Samar include Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.
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