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Sogod Local Directory

Sogod is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 48,815 residents.

PSGC 0806417000 ZIP 6007
63 Barangays
48,815 Population
0 Attractions
0 Restaurants
0 Businesses
Philippines Eastern Visayas Southern Leyte Sogod
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Sogod is a municipality in Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, made up of 63 barangays with a 2020 census population of 48,815. It is registered under PSGC code 0806417000 and uses ZIP code 6007. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Sogod.

About Sogod

Sogod is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte, 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 63 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 48,815 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0806417000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6007.

Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 2 local dishes, and other places throughout Sogod.

Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Sogod.

Municipality Classification
Southern Leyte Province
Eastern Visayas Region
48,815 Population
63 Barangays
6007 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Sogod is located in Southern Leyte within the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 63 barangays.

Sogod sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Southern Leyte, including Anahawan, Bontoc, Hinunangan, Hinundayan.

Things to Do in Sogod

5 activities recorded in Sogod.

Festivals and Events in Sogod

0 recorded festivals and events in Sogod.

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Local Food in Sogod

Culinary specialties documented in Sogod and Southern Leyte.

Balamban Liempo

Pork belly marinated in a secret blend of herbs and spices, then roasted until the fat renders down into a succulent, savory bite.

Adobong Pusit (Ink-heavy)

The squid in Sogod Bay is legendary for its size; the dish is prepared with a high concentration of ink, making it almost pitch-black, savory, and umami-rich.

Barangays in Sogod

Sogod is divided into 63 barangays under PSGC code 0806417000.

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Travel Tips for Sogod

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 Sogod.

Getting Around

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

Sogod in the Philippine Administrative System

Sogod is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0806417000. 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), Sogod 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 63 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

Sogod is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Southern Leyte in Eastern Visayas.

People Also Ask About Sogod

What is Sogod known for?

Sogod is a municipality in Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 2 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Sogod located?

Sogod is located in Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0806417000.

How many barangays does Sogod have?

Sogod has 63 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What food is Sogod known for?

Documented local dishes include Balamban Liempo, Adobong Pusit (Ink-heavy).

What is the population of Sogod?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Sogod has a recorded population of 48,815.

What is the ZIP code of Sogod?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Sogod is 6007.

What cities or municipalities are near Sogod?

Nearby localities in Southern Leyte include Anahawan, Bontoc, Hinunangan, Hinundayan.

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Administrative and geographic data for Sogod 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 →