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Coron Local Directory

Coron 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 69,439 residents.

PSGC 1705309000 ZIP 5316
23 Barangays
69,439 Population
2 Attractions
0 Restaurants
6 Businesses
Philippines MIMAROPA Palawan Coron
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Coron is a municipality in Palawan, MIMAROPA, made up of 23 barangays with a 2020 census population of 69,439. It is registered under PSGC code 1705309000 and uses ZIP code 5316. This directory documents 2 attractions, 0 restaurants, 3 places to stay, and 6 verified businesses in Coron.

About Coron

Coron 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 23 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 69,439 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1705309000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5316.

Visitors and residents can explore 2 attractions including 2 beaches, 0 restaurants, 3 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Coron.

azifind also lists 6 verified businesses based in Coron, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.

Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Coron.

Municipality Classification
Palawan Province
MIMAROPA Region
69,439 Population
23 Barangays
5316 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Coron is located in Palawan within the MIMAROPA of the Philippines. The municipality includes 23 barangays.

Coron has documented coastal areas, with 2 beaches recorded in this directory. Coastal barangays support activities such as fishing, beach tourism, and marine recreation.

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

Best Places to Visit in Coron

Coron has 2 documented attractions in this directory, including 2 recorded beaches. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the municipality's 23 barangays in Palawan, with a full index linked at the end of the section.

Beach

Malcapuya Island

Coron, Palawan

Breathtaking, blindingly white powdery sand with an exceptionally vibrant, shallow coral reef right off the shore.

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Beach

Banana Island

Coron, Palawan

Shaped like a crescent banana leaf; features an idyllic, peaceful beach with shallow seagrass beds full of marine life.

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Festivals and Events in Coron

0 recorded festivals and events in Coron.

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Local Food in Coron

Culinary specialties documented in Coron 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.

Where to Stay in Coron

3 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Coron, including options near its coastal barangays. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Palawan.

Barangays in Coron

Coron is divided into 23 barangays under PSGC code 1705309000.

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Businesses & Services in Coron

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms based in Coron, Palawan, searchable by category.

6 Businesses Listed

Travel Tips for Coron

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 Coron.

Getting Around

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

What to Explore

Coron has 2 documented attractions, including coastal spots. Browse the places section above for the full list.

Where to Stay

3 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.

Coastal Note

For coastal activities, check local weather and sea conditions before heading out.

Coron in the Philippine Administrative System

Coron is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1705309000. 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), Coron 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 23 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

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

People Also Ask About Coron

What is Coron known for?

Coron is a municipality in Palawan, MIMAROPA. It is documented with 2 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 6 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Coron located?

Coron is located in Palawan, MIMAROPA, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1705309000.

How many barangays does Coron have?

Coron has 23 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What are the best places to visit in Coron?

Notable attractions include Malcapuya Island, Banana Island. Browse the places section for all 2 listings.

What food is Coron known for?

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

What is the population of Coron?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Coron has a recorded population of 69,439.

What is the ZIP code of Coron?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Coron is 5316.

What cities or municipalities are near Coron?

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

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Administrative and geographic data for Coron 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 →