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Marabut Local Directory

Marabut is a 4th-class Municipality in the province of Samar, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 18,168 residents.

PSGC 0806010000 ZIP 6721
24 Barangays
18,168 Population
1 Attractions
0 Restaurants
1 Businesses
Philippines Eastern Visayas Samar Marabut
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Marabut is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas, made up of 24 barangays with a 2020 census population of 18,168. It is registered under PSGC code 0806010000 and uses ZIP code 6721. This directory documents 1 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 1 verified businesses in Marabut.

About Marabut

Marabut 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 24 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 18,168 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806010000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6721.

Visitors and residents can explore 1 attractions including 1 beaches, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Marabut.

azifind also lists 1 verified businesses based in Marabut, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.

Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Marabut.

Municipality Classification
Samar Province
Eastern Visayas Region
18,168 Population
24 Barangays
6721 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Marabut is located in Samar within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 24 barangays.

Marabut has documented coastal areas, with 1 beach recorded in this directory. Coastal barangays support activities such as fishing, beach tourism, and marine recreation.

Marabut sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Samar, including Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.

Best Places to Visit in Marabut

Marabut has 1 documented attractions in this directory, including 1 recorded beach. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 24 barangays in Samar, with a full index linked at the end of the section.

Beach

Marabut Marine Park

Marabut, Samar

Quiet, brownish-sand beaches framed by surreal, towering karst limestone cliffs rising straight from the sea.

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Festivals and Events in Marabut

0 recorded festivals and events in Marabut.

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Local Food in Marabut

Culinary specialties documented in Marabut 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.

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 Marabut

Marabut is divided into 24 barangays under PSGC code 0806010000.

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Businesses & Services in Marabut

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms based in Marabut, Samar, searchable by category.

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Travel Tips for Marabut

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 Marabut.

Getting Around

Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.

What to Explore

Marabut has 1 documented attractions, including coastal spots. Browse the places section above for the full list.

Coastal Note

For coastal activities, check local weather and sea conditions before heading out.

Marabut in the Philippine Administrative System

Marabut is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806010000. 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), Marabut 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 24 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

Marabut is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Samar in Eastern Visayas.

People Also Ask About Marabut

What is Marabut known for?

Marabut is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 1 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 1 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Marabut located?

Marabut is located in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806010000.

How many barangays does Marabut have?

Marabut has 24 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What are the best places to visit in Marabut?

Notable attractions include Marabut Marine Park. Browse the places section for all 1 listings.

What food is Marabut known for?

Documented local dishes include Kinilaw na Tambakol, Inun-unan na Isda, Gabi (Taro) in Gata.

What is the population of Marabut?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Marabut has a recorded population of 18,168.

What is the ZIP code of Marabut?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Marabut is 6721.

What cities or municipalities are near Marabut?

Nearby localities in Samar include Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.

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Administrative and geographic data for Marabut 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 →