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Cotabato is a province in SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines, made up of 18 cities and municipalities and 481 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 1,206,401. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 1300620000. This directory documents 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 0 restaurants, 1 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Cotabato.
About Cotabato
Cotabato province, officially the Province of Cotabato or North Cotabato, is a landlocked province in SOCCSKSARGEN, with Kidapawan City as the provincial capital. The province surrounds the Cotabato Basin, one of the largest river basin systems in the Philippines. Cotabato is known for the Mount Apo Natural Park spanning its border with Davao del Sur, and the Lake Maughan in Kidapawan City, a crater lake on the slopes of Mount Apo. The province is a significant producer of rice, corn, and vegetables. Kidapawan City is a major commercial hub and starting point for Mount Apo trekking expeditions. The province has significant indigenous Manobo and Arumanen Manobo communities, as well as a significant Muslim Maguindanaon population in border municipalities.
Cotabato is a province in SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. It is composed of 18 cities and municipalities covering a total of 481 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
This directory covers 0 attractions, 1 festivals, 1 hotels and accommodations, 0 restaurants, 3 local dishes, and 0 activities across Cotabato.
Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Cotabato, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.
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Cotabato Business & Tourism Directory
Province-wide listings across 18 cities and municipalities, covering 481 barangays.
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| Category | Top Listing | Total |
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| Attractions | No listings yet | 0 |
| Beaches | None documented | 0 |
| Festivals | Timpupo Fruit Festival | 1 |
| Activities | No listings yet | 0 |
| Hotels | Helens Mountain Resort | 1 |
| Restaurants | No listings yet | 0 |
| Rentals | No listings yet | 0 |
| Local Food | Inasal na Isda | 3 |
| Businesses | North Caloocan Doctors Hospital | 2,848 |
Top Cities & Municipalities
Most active destinations in Cotabato based on total directory listings.
Administrative Index
All Cities & Municipalities of Cotabato
Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.
| City / Municipality | Type | Barangays | Population | Listings |
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| Alamada | Municipality | 17 | 71,523 | - |
| Aleosan | Municipality | 17 | 38,023 | - |
| Antipas | Municipality | 13 | 26,946 | - |
| Arakan | Municipality | 28 | 51,584 | 1 |
| Banisilan | Municipality | 20 | 48,013 | - |
| Carmen | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Kabacan | Municipality | 17 | 77,945 | - |
| Kidapawan City | Component city | 40 | 160,864 | 1 |
| Libungan | Municipality | 20 | 57,776 | - |
| M'lang | Municipality | 37 | 98,646 | - |
| Magpet | Municipality | 32 | 55,255 | - |
| Makilala | Municipality | 38 | 88,522 | - |
| Matalam | Municipality | 34 | 81,610 | - |
| Midsayap | Municipality | 44 | 115,735 | - |
| Pigkawayan | Municipality | 28 | 53,593 | - |
| Pikit | Municipality | 20 | 67,220 | - |
| President Roxas | Municipality | 47 | 51,245 | 3 |
| Tulunan | Municipality | 29 | 61,901 | - |
| Province Total | 481 | 1,206,401 | 5 |
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Planning a Trip Across Cotabato
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Cotabato. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.
Getting Around
Buses and shared vans typically connect the 18 cities and municipalities of Cotabato, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.
Where to Base Yourself
Arakan is among the most active destinations in Cotabato by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.
Local Food
The province documents 3 local dishes alongside 0 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Cotabato.
About Cotabato in the Philippine Administrative System
Cotabato is a component province of SOCCSKSARGEN under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) classification system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Provinces serve as the primary political subdivisions of the Philippines, each governed by an elected governor and a provincial board.
The 18 cities and municipalities of Cotabato collectively cover 481 barangays, the smallest administrative units in the country. Each barangay is governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council responsible for community-level services, dispute resolution, and local peace and order.
People Also Ask About Cotabato
How many cities and municipalities are in Cotabato?
Cotabato has 18 cities and municipalities, comprising 1 cities and 17 municipalities, with a total of 481 barangays.
What is the capital of Cotabato?
The provincial capital of Cotabato is the seat of the provincial government. Browse the cities and municipalities index to explore the province's administrative centers.
What festivals are held in Cotabato?
Cotabato hosts 1 documented festivals across its cities and municipalities, ranging from religious fiestas honoring patron saints to cultural and harvest festivals unique to specific communities within the province.
What is Cotabato known for?
Cotabato is a province in SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. It is known for its 18 cities and municipalities, 0 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 3 documented local dishes.
Where is Cotabato located?
Cotabato is located in SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 1300620000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.
Are there businesses and service providers listed in Cotabato?
Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Cotabato, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.
Geographic and administrative data for Cotabato follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →