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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Paranas is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas, made up of 44 barangays with a 2020 census population of 35,281. It is registered under PSGC code 0806022000 and uses ZIP code 6706. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 1 verified businesses in Paranas.
About Paranas
Paranas 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 44 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 35,281 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806022000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6706.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Paranas.
azifind also lists 1 verified businesses based in Paranas, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Paranas.
Municipality
Classification
Samar
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
35,281
Population
44
Barangays
6706
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Paranas is located in Samar within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 44 barangays.
Paranas sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Samar, including Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.
Festivals and Events in Paranas
0 recorded festivals and events in Paranas.
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Local Food in Paranas
Culinary specialties documented in Paranas 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 Paranas
Paranas is divided into 44 barangays under PSGC code 0806022000.
Anagasi
0806022001
Apolonia
0806022002
Bagsa
0806022003
Balbagan
0806022004
Bato
0806022005
Buray
0806022006
Cantaguic
0806022008
Cantao-an
0806022009
Cantato
0806022010
Casandig I
0806022011
Casandig II
0806022048
Cawayan
0806022014
Concepcion
0806022012
Jose Ro├▒o
0806022013
Lawaan I
0806022015
Lawaan II
0806022049
Lipata
0806022016
Lokilokon
0806022017
Mangcal
0806022018
Maylobe
0806022019
Minarog
0806022020
Nawi
0806022021
Pabanog
0806022022
Paco
0806022023
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Travel Tips for Paranas
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 Paranas.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Paranas in the Philippine Administrative System
Paranas is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806022000. 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), Paranas 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 44 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Paranas is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Samar in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Paranas
What is Paranas known for?
Paranas is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and 1 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Paranas located?
Paranas is located in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806022000.
How many barangays does Paranas have?
Paranas has 44 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Paranas known for?
Documented local dishes include Kinilaw na Tambakol, Inun-unan na Isda, Gabi (Taro) in Gata.
What is the population of Paranas?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Paranas has a recorded population of 35,281.
What is the ZIP code of Paranas?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Paranas is 6706.
What cities or municipalities are near Paranas?
Nearby localities in Samar include Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.
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Administrative and geographic data for Paranas 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 →