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Paoay is a municipality in Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, made up of 31 barangays with a 2020 census population of 24,204. It is registered under PSGC code 0102816000 and uses ZIP code 2902. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 1 places to stay, and 4 verified businesses in Paoay.
About Paoay
Paoay is a municipality in the province of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 31 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 24,204 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0102816000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 2902.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 1 accommodations, 1 festivals, 5 local dishes, and other places throughout Paoay.
azifind also lists 4 verified businesses based in Paoay, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Paoay.
Municipality
Classification
Ilocos Norte
Province
Ilocos Region
Region
24,204
Population
31
Barangays
2902
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Paoay is located in Ilocos Norte within the Ilocos Region of the Philippines. The municipality includes 31 barangays.
Paoay sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Ilocos Norte, including Adams, Bacarra, Badoc, Bangui.
Things to Do in Paoay
5 activities recorded in Paoay.
Other
MalacaΓö£ΓûÆang of the North Tour
The former official residence of the Marcos family overlooking Paoay Lake
Festivals and Events in Paoay
1 recorded festivals and events in Paoay.
Cultural
February
Guling-Guling Festival
A centuries-old pre-Lenten tradition involving native dance (Saddong) and rice wine.
Local Food in Paoay
Culinary specialties documented in Paoay and Ilocos Norte.
Pinakbet Pizza
A modern twist using traditional Pinakbet vegetables as pizza toppings.
Bagnet
Double-fried crispy pork belly, best served with KBL (Kamatis, Bagoong, Lasona).
Poqui-poqui
Smoked and mashed eggplant saut├®ed with tomatoes, onions, and eggs.
Igado
Tangy, savory saut├®ed pork liver and tenderloin in a soy-vinegar base.
Pinapaitan
A potent, bitter-savory soup of beef or goat offal seasoned with bile.
Where to Stay in Paoay
1 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Paoay. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Ilocos Norte.
Barangays in Paoay
Paoay is divided into 31 barangays under PSGC code 0102816000.
Bacsil
0102816001
Cabagoan
0102816002
Cabangaran
0102816003
Callaguip
0102816004
Cayubog
0102816005
Dolores
0102816006
Laoa
0102816007
Masintoc
0102816008
Monte
0102816009
Mumulaan
0102816010
Nagbacalan
0102816011
Nalasin
0102816012
Nanguyudan
0102816013
Oaig-Upay-Abulao
0102816014
Pambaran
0102816015
Pannaratan
0102816016
Paratong
0102816017
Pasil
0102816018
Salbang
0102816019
San Agustin
0102816020
San Blas
0102816021
San Juan
0102816022
San Pedro
0102816025
San Roque
0102816028
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Travel Tips for Paoay
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 Paoay.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Where to Stay
1 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.
Paoay in the Philippine Administrative System
Paoay is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0102816000. 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), Paoay 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 31 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Paoay is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Ilocos Norte in Ilocos Region.
People Also Ask About Paoay
What is Paoay known for?
Paoay is a municipality in Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region. It is documented with 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 5 local dishes, and 4 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Paoay located?
Paoay is located in Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0102816000.
How many barangays does Paoay have?
Paoay has 31 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Paoay known for?
Documented local dishes include Pinakbet Pizza, Bagnet, Poqui-poqui.
What is the population of Paoay?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Paoay has a recorded population of 24,204.
What is the ZIP code of Paoay?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Paoay is 2902.
What cities or municipalities are near Paoay?
Nearby localities in Ilocos Norte include Adams, Bacarra, Badoc, Bangui.
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Administrative and geographic data for Paoay 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 →