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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Panitan is a municipality in Capiz, Western Visayas, made up of 26 barangays with a 2020 census population of 44,246. It is registered under PSGC code 0601910000 and uses ZIP code 5815. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 0 verified businesses in Panitan.
About Panitan
Panitan 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 26 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 44,246 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0601910000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5815.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Panitan.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Panitan.
Municipality
Classification
Capiz
Province
Western Visayas
Region
44,246
Population
26
Barangays
5815
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Panitan is located in Capiz within the Western Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 26 barangays.
Panitan sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Capiz, including Cuartero, Dao, Dumalag, Dumarao.
Festivals and Events in Panitan
0 recorded festivals and events in Panitan.
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Local Food in Panitan
Culinary specialties documented in Panitan 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 Panitan
Panitan is divided into 26 barangays under PSGC code 0601910000.
Agbabadiang
0601910001
Agkilo
0601910002
Agloway
0601910003
Ambilay
0601910004
Bahit
0601910005
Balatucan
0601910006
Banga-an
0601910007
Cabangahan
0601910009
Cabugao
0601910008
Cadio
0601910010
Cala-an
0601910011
Capagao
0601910012
Cogon
0601910013
Conciencia
0601910014
Ensenagan
0601910015
Intampilan
0601910016
Pasugue
0601910017
Poblacion Ilawod
0601910018
Poblacion Ilaya
0601910019
Quios
0601910020
Salocon
0601910021
Tabuc Norte
0601910022
Tabuc Sur
0601910023
Timpas
0601910024
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Travel Tips for Panitan
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 Panitan.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Panitan in the Philippine Administrative System
Panitan is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0601910000. 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), Panitan 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 26 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Panitan is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Capiz in Western Visayas.
People Also Ask About Panitan
What is Panitan known for?
Panitan 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 Panitan located?
Panitan is located in Capiz, Western Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0601910000.
How many barangays does Panitan have?
Panitan has 26 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Panitan known for?
Documented local dishes include Inasal na Isda, Adobong Pusit, Buko Pie (Capiz Style).
What is the population of Panitan?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Panitan has a recorded population of 44,246.
What is the ZIP code of Panitan?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Panitan is 5815.
What cities or municipalities are near Panitan?
Nearby localities in Capiz include Cuartero, Dao, Dumalag, Dumarao.
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Administrative and geographic data for Panitan 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 →