Laswa
A healthy, non-oily stew of mixed indigenous vegetables (okra, squash, eggplant, spinach) seasoned primarily with fresh shrimp or dried fish.
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Pototan is a municipality in Iloilo, Western Visayas, made up of 50 barangays with a 2020 census population of 78,919. It is registered under PSGC code 0603037000 and uses ZIP code 5008. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 38 verified businesses in Pototan.
About Pototan
Pototan is a municipality in the province of Iloilo, 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 50 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 78,919 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0603037000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 5008.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 1 local dishes, and other places throughout Pototan.
azifind also lists 38 verified businesses based in Pototan, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Pototan.
Municipality
Classification
Iloilo
Province
Western Visayas
Region
78,919
Population
50
Barangays
5008
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Pototan is located in Iloilo within the Western Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 50 barangays.
Pototan sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Iloilo, including Ajuy, Alimodian, Anilao, Badiangan.
Festivals and Events in Pototan
0 recorded festivals and events in Pototan.
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Local Food in Pototan
Culinary specialties documented in Pototan and Iloilo.
Barangays in Pototan
Pototan is divided into 50 barangays under PSGC code 0603037000.
Abangay
0603037001
Amamaros
0603037002
Bagacay
0603037003
Barasan
0603037004
Batuan
0603037005
Bongco
0603037006
Cahaguichican
0603037007
Callan
0603037008
Cansilayan
0603037009
Casalsagan
0603037010
Cato-ogan
0603037011
Cau-ayan
0603037012
Culob
0603037013
Danao
0603037014
Dapitan
0603037015
Dawis
0603037016
Dongsol
0603037019
Fernando Parcon Ward
0603037042
Fundacion
0603037020
Guibuangan
0603037022
Guinacas
0603037021
Igang
0603037023
Intaluan
0603037024
Iwa Ilaud
0603037025
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Travel Tips for Pototan
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 Pototan.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Pototan in the Philippine Administrative System
Pototan is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0603037000. 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), Pototan 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 50 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Pototan is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Iloilo in Western Visayas.
People Also Ask About Pototan
What is Pototan known for?
Pototan is a municipality in Iloilo, Western Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 1 local dishes, and 38 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Pototan located?
Pototan is located in Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0603037000.
How many barangays does Pototan have?
Pototan has 50 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Pototan known for?
Documented local dishes include Laswa.
What is the population of Pototan?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Pototan has a recorded population of 78,919.
What is the ZIP code of Pototan?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Pototan is 5008.
What cities or municipalities are near Pototan?
Nearby localities in Iloilo include Ajuy, Alimodian, Anilao, Badiangan.
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Administrative and geographic data for Pototan 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 →