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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Tarangnan is a municipality in Samar, Eastern Visayas, made up of 41 barangays with a 2020 census population of 26,013. It is registered under PSGC code 0806020000 and uses ZIP code 6704. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Tarangnan.
About Tarangnan
Tarangnan 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 26,013 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806020000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6704.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 4 local dishes, and other places throughout Tarangnan.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Tarangnan.
Municipality
Classification
Samar
Province
Eastern Visayas
Region
26,013
Population
41
Barangays
6704
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Tarangnan is located in Samar within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 41 barangays.
Tarangnan sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Samar, including Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.
Festivals and Events in Tarangnan
0 recorded festivals and events in Tarangnan.
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Local Food in Tarangnan
Culinary specialties documented in Tarangnan 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 Tarangnan
Tarangnan is divided into 41 barangays under PSGC code 0806020000.
Alcazar
0806020001
Awang
0806020002
Bahay
0806020003
Balonga-as
0806020004
Balugo
0806020005
Bangon Gote
0806020007
Baras
0806020008
Binalayan
0806020009
Bisitahan
0806020010
Bonga
0806020011
Cabunga-an
0806020013
Cagtutulo
0806020014
Cambatutay Nuevo
0806020018
Cambatutay Viejo
0806020019
Canunghan
0806020020
Catan-agan
0806020021
Dapdap
0806020022
Gallego
0806020023
Imelda Pob.
0806020024
Lahong
0806020026
Libucan Dacu
0806020027
Libucan Gote
0806020028
Lucerdoni
0806020025
Majacob
0806020029
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Travel Tips for Tarangnan
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 Tarangnan.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Tarangnan in the Philippine Administrative System
Tarangnan is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806020000. 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), Tarangnan 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.
Tarangnan is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Samar in Eastern Visayas.
People Also Ask About Tarangnan
What is Tarangnan known for?
Tarangnan 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 Tarangnan located?
Tarangnan is located in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806020000.
How many barangays does Tarangnan have?
Tarangnan has 41 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Tarangnan known for?
Documented local dishes include Kinilaw na Tambakol, Inun-unan na Isda, Gabi (Taro) in Gata.
What is the population of Tarangnan?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Tarangnan has a recorded population of 26,013.
What is the ZIP code of Tarangnan?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Tarangnan is 6704.
What cities or municipalities are near Tarangnan?
Nearby localities in Samar include Almagro, Basey, Calbayog City, Calbiga.
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