Inasal na Isda
Freshly caught fish marinated in a simple mixture of calamansi, ginger, and salt, then grilled over charcoal until the skin is smoky and crisp.
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Dao is a municipality in Capiz, Western Visayas, made up of 20 barangays with a 2020 census population of 34,555. It is registered under PSGC code 0601902000 and uses ZIP code 5810. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Dao.
About Dao
Dao is a municipality in the province of Capiz, 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 34,555 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0601902000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5810.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Dao.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Dao.
Municipality
Classification
Capiz
Province
Western Visayas
Region
34,555
Population
20
Barangays
5810
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Dao is located in Capiz within the Western Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 20 barangays.
Dao sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Capiz, including Cuartero, Dumalag, Dumarao, Ivisan.
Festivals and Events in Dao
0 recorded festivals and events in Dao.
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Local Food in Dao
Culinary specialties documented in Dao and Capiz.
Adobong Pusit
Fresh squid cooked in its own ink, vinegar, and aromatics. In Capiz, the squid is often so fresh that the ink provides a rich, oceanic depth unmatched by frozen versions.
Buko Pie (Capiz Style)
Often uses local young coconut harvested from the coastal plains; the custard is lighter, emphasizing the floral note of the coconut water.
Barangays in Dao
Dao is divided into 20 barangays under PSGC code 0601902000.
Aganan
0601902001
Agtambi
0601902002
Agtanguay
0601902003
Balucuan
0601902004
Bita
0601902005
Centro
0601902006
Daplas
0601902007
Duyoc
0601902008
Ilas Sur
0601902009
Lacaron
0601902012
Malonoy
0601902013
Manhoy
0601902014
Mapulang Bato
0601902015
Matagnop
0601902016
Nasunogan
0601902017
Poblacion Ilawod
0601902018
Poblacion Ilaya
0601902019
Quinabcaban
0601902020
Quinayuya
0601902021
San Agustin
0601902022
Travel Tips for Dao
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 Dao.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Dao in the Philippine Administrative System
Dao is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0601902000. 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), Dao 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.
Dao is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Capiz in Western Visayas.
People Also Ask About Dao
What is Dao known for?
Dao is a municipality in Capiz, Western Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 0 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Dao located?
Dao is located in Capiz, Western Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0601902000.
How many barangays does Dao have?
Dao has 20 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Dao known for?
Documented local dishes include Inasal na Isda, Adobong Pusit, Buko Pie (Capiz Style).
What is the population of Dao?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Dao has a recorded population of 34,555.
What is the ZIP code of Dao?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Dao is 5810.
What cities or municipalities are near Dao?
Nearby localities in Capiz include Cuartero, Dumalag, Dumarao, Ivisan.
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