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Dumaran Local Directory

Dumaran 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 23,795 residents.

PSGC 1705311000 ZIP 5310
16 Barangays
23,795 Population
0 Attractions
0 Restaurants
0 Businesses
Philippines MIMAROPA Palawan Dumaran
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Dumaran is a municipality in Palawan, MIMAROPA, made up of 16 barangays with a 2020 census population of 23,795. It is registered under PSGC code 1705311000 and uses ZIP code 5310. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Dumaran.

About Dumaran

Dumaran 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 16 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 23,795 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1705311000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5310.

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

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Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Dumaran.

Municipality Classification
Palawan Province
MIMAROPA Region
23,795 Population
16 Barangays
5310 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Dumaran is located in Palawan within the MIMAROPA of the Philippines. The municipality includes 16 barangays.

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

Festivals and Events in Dumaran

0 recorded festivals and events in Dumaran.

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Local Food in Dumaran

Culinary specialties documented in Dumaran 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 Dumaran

Dumaran is divided into 16 barangays under PSGC code 1705311000.

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Travel Tips for Dumaran

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 Dumaran.

Getting Around

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

Dumaran in the Philippine Administrative System

Dumaran is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1705311000. 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), Dumaran 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 16 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

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

People Also Ask About Dumaran

What is Dumaran known for?

Dumaran 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 Dumaran located?

Dumaran is located in Palawan, MIMAROPA, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1705311000.

How many barangays does Dumaran have?

Dumaran has 16 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What food is Dumaran known for?

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

What is the population of Dumaran?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Dumaran has a recorded population of 23,795.

What is the ZIP code of Dumaran?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Dumaran is 5310.

What cities or municipalities are near Dumaran?

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

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Administrative and geographic data for Dumaran 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 →