Cultural
March
Sulyog Festival
A portmanteau of Suli (banana) and Niyog (coconut), celebrating the municipality's two main agricultural harvests.
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Bongabong is a municipality in Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA, made up of 36 barangays with a 2020 census population of 77,540. It is registered under PSGC code 1705203000 and uses ZIP code 5211. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Bongabong.
About Bongabong
Bongabong is a municipality in the province of Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 36 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 77,540 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1705203000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5211.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 1 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Bongabong.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Bongabong.
Municipality
Classification
Oriental Mindoro
Province
MIMAROPA
Region
77,540
Population
36
Barangays
5211
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Bongabong is located in Oriental Mindoro within the MIMAROPA of the Philippines. The municipality includes 36 barangays.
Bongabong sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Oriental Mindoro, including Baco, Bansud, Bulalacao, Calapan City.
Festivals and Events in Bongabong
1 recorded festivals and events in Bongabong.
Local Food in Bongabong
Culinary specialties documented in Bongabong and Oriental Mindoro.
Ginataang Langka
Unripe jackfruit simmered in coconut milk, often cooked with dried shrimp or smoked fish to add an umami-rich depth.
Banana Turon (Mindoro Style)
Uses the local, high-quality Saba bananas, fried to a golden crisp and often served with a drizzle of coconut-based caramel.
Adobong Manok sa Gata
A staple dish that combines the tangy, savory flavors of traditional adobo with the creamy richness of freshly pressed coconut milk.
Barangays in Bongabong
Bongabong is divided into 36 barangays under PSGC code 1705203000.
Anilao
1705203001
Aplaya
1705203033
Bagumbayan I
1705203034
Bagumbayan II
1705203035
Batangan
1705203002
Bukal
1705203003
Camantigue
1705203004
Carmundo
1705203005
Cawayan
1705203006
Dayhagan
1705203007
Formon
1705203008
Hagan
1705203009
Hagupit
1705203010
Ipil
1705203036
Kaligtasan
1705203011
Labasan
1705203012
Labonan
1705203013
Libertad
1705203014
Lisap
1705203015
Luna
1705203016
Malitbog
1705203017
Mapang
1705203018
Masaguisi
1705203019
Mina de Oro
1705203037
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Travel Tips for Bongabong
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 Bongabong.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Bongabong in the Philippine Administrative System
Bongabong is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1705203000. 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), Bongabong 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 36 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Bongabong is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Oriental Mindoro in MIMAROPA.
People Also Ask About Bongabong
What is Bongabong known for?
Bongabong is a municipality in Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA. It is documented with 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Bongabong located?
Bongabong is located in Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1705203000.
How many barangays does Bongabong have?
Bongabong has 36 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Bongabong known for?
Documented local dishes include Ginataang Langka, Banana Turon (Mindoro Style), Adobong Manok sa Gata.
What is the population of Bongabong?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Bongabong has a recorded population of 77,540.
What is the ZIP code of Bongabong?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Bongabong is 5211.
What cities or municipalities are near Bongabong?
Nearby localities in Oriental Mindoro include Baco, Bansud, Bulalacao, Calapan City.
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