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Bataraza Local Directory

Bataraza is a 1st-class Municipality in the province of Palawan, MIMAROPA (Region IV-B), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 87,384 residents.

PSGC 1705305000 ZIP 5306
22 Barangays
87,384 Population
0 Attractions
0 Restaurants
0 Businesses
Philippines MIMAROPA Palawan Bataraza
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Bataraza is a municipality in Palawan, MIMAROPA, made up of 22 barangays with a 2020 census population of 87,384. It is registered under PSGC code 1705305000 and uses ZIP code 5306. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Bataraza.

About Bataraza

Bataraza 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 22 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 87,384 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1705305000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5306.

Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Bataraza.

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Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Bataraza.

Municipality Classification
Palawan Province
MIMAROPA Region
87,384 Population
22 Barangays
5306 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Bataraza is located in Palawan within the MIMAROPA of the Philippines. The municipality includes 22 barangays.

Bataraza sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Palawan, including Aborlan, Agutaya, Araceli, Balabac.

Festivals and Events in Bataraza

0 recorded festivals and events in Bataraza.

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Local Food in Bataraza

Culinary specialties documented in Bataraza and Palawan.

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.

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 Bataraza

Bataraza is divided into 22 barangays under PSGC code 1705305000.

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Travel Tips for Bataraza

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 Bataraza.

Getting Around

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

Bataraza in the Philippine Administrative System

Bataraza is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1705305000. 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), Bataraza 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 22 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

Bataraza is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Palawan in MIMAROPA.

People Also Ask About Bataraza

What is Bataraza known for?

Bataraza 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 Bataraza located?

Bataraza is located in Palawan, MIMAROPA, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1705305000.

How many barangays does Bataraza have?

Bataraza has 22 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What food is Bataraza known for?

Documented local dishes include Danggit Lamayo, Lato Salad, Chaolong.

What is the population of Bataraza?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Bataraza has a recorded population of 87,384.

What is the ZIP code of Bataraza?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Bataraza is 5306.

What cities or municipalities are near Bataraza?

Nearby localities in Palawan include Aborlan, Agutaya, Araceli, Balabac.

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Administrative and geographic data for Bataraza 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 →