Binakol
A chicken soup cooked in fresh coconut water instead of broth, simmered with coconut meat, ginger, and lemongrass for a natural sweetness.
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Batan is a municipality in Aklan, Western Visayas, made up of 20 barangays with a 2020 census population of 33,932. It is registered under PSGC code 0600404000 and uses ZIP code 5615. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 22 verified businesses in Batan.
About Batan
Batan is a municipality in the province of Aklan, Western Visayas, 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 33,932 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0600404000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5615.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Batan.
azifind also lists 22 verified businesses based in Batan, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Batan.
Municipality
Classification
Aklan
Province
Western Visayas
Region
33,932
Population
20
Barangays
5615
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Batan is located in Aklan within the Western Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 20 barangays.
Batan sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Aklan, including Altavas, Balete, Banga, Buruanga.
Festivals and Events in Batan
0 recorded festivals and events in Batan.
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Local Food in Batan
Culinary specialties documented in Batan and Aklan.
KBL (Kadyos, Baboy, Langka)
While common in Iloilo, Aklan has its own version using kadyos (pigeon peas), fatty pork, and langka (unripe jackfruit) for a signature purple-tinted soup.
Suman sa Ibos
Glutinous rice cooked in coconut milk and salt, wrapped in buri palm leaves; a breakfast essential, often paired with hot chocolate.
Barangays in Batan
Batan is divided into 20 barangays under PSGC code 0600404000.
Ambolong
0600404001
Angas
0600404002
Bay-ang
0600404003
Cabugao
0600404005
Caiyang
0600404004
Camaligan
0600404006
Camanci
0600404007
Ipil
0600404008
Lalab
0600404009
Lupit
0600404010
Magpag-ong
0600404011
Magubahay
0600404012
Mambuquiao
0600404013
Man-up
0600404014
Mandong
0600404015
Napti
0600404016
Palay
0600404017
Poblacion
0600404018
Songcolan
0600404019
Tabon
0600404020
Travel Tips for Batan
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 Batan.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Batan in the Philippine Administrative System
Batan is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0600404000. 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), Batan 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.
Batan is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Aklan in Western Visayas.
People Also Ask About Batan
What is Batan known for?
Batan is a municipality in Aklan, Western Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 22 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Batan located?
Batan is located in Aklan, Western Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0600404000.
How many barangays does Batan have?
Batan has 20 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Batan known for?
Documented local dishes include Binakol, KBL (Kadyos, Baboy, Langka), Suman sa Ibos.
What is the population of Batan?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Batan has a recorded population of 33,932.
What is the ZIP code of Batan?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Batan is 5615.
What cities or municipalities are near Batan?
Nearby localities in Aklan include Altavas, Balete, Banga, Buruanga.
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Administrative and geographic data for Batan 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 →