Danggit Lamayo
Half-dried, marinated rabbitfish (danggit); unlike the standard dry-salted version, this is marinated in garlic and vinegar, remaining moist and tender when fried.
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Balabac is a municipality in Palawan, MIMAROPA, made up of 20 barangays with a 2020 census population of 42,662. It is registered under PSGC code 1705304000 and uses ZIP code 5307. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Balabac.
About Balabac
Balabac is a municipality in the province of Palawan, MIMAROPA, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.
The municipality is home to 20 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 42,662 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1705304000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5307.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Balabac.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Balabac.
Municipality
Classification
Palawan
Province
MIMAROPA
Region
42,662
Population
20
Barangays
5307
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Balabac is located in Palawan within the MIMAROPA of the Philippines. The municipality includes 20 barangays.
Balabac sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Palawan, including Aborlan, Agutaya, Araceli, Bataraza.
Festivals and Events in Balabac
0 recorded festivals and events in Balabac.
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Local Food in Balabac
Culinary specialties documented in Balabac and Palawan.
Lato Salad
A refreshing salad made of sea grapes (lato) tossed with diced tomatoes, onions, and a light vinaigrette; a staple in coastal Palawan.
Chaolong
A Vietnamese-inspired noodle soup (pho variant) brought to Palawan by refugees in the 1970s; unique for its sweet and savory broth.
Barangays in Balabac
Balabac is divided into 20 barangays under PSGC code 1705304000.
Agutayan
1705304001
Bancalaan
1705304003
Bugsuk
1705304002
Catagupan
1705304006
Indalawan
1705304005
Malaking Ilog
1705304007
Mangsee
1705304008
Melville
1705304009
Pandanan
1705304011
Pasig
1705304012
Poblacion I
1705304024
Poblacion II
1705304025
Poblacion III
1705304026
Poblacion IV
1705304027
Poblacion V
1705304028
Poblacion VI
1705304029
Rabor
1705304019
Ramos
1705304020
Salang
1705304021
Sebaring
1705304022
Travel Tips for Balabac
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 Balabac.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Balabac in the Philippine Administrative System
Balabac is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1705304000. 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), Balabac 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 20 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Balabac is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Palawan in MIMAROPA.
People Also Ask About Balabac
What is Balabac known for?
Balabac is a municipality in Palawan, MIMAROPA. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Balabac located?
Balabac is located in Palawan, MIMAROPA, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1705304000.
How many barangays does Balabac have?
Balabac has 20 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Balabac known for?
Documented local dishes include Danggit Lamayo, Lato Salad, Chaolong.
What is the population of Balabac?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Balabac has a recorded population of 42,662.
What is the ZIP code of Balabac?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Balabac is 5307.
What cities or municipalities are near Balabac?
Nearby localities in Palawan include Aborlan, Agutaya, Araceli, Bataraza.
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Administrative and geographic data for Balabac 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 →