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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Pontevedra is a municipality in Negros Occidental, Western Visayas, made up of 46 barangays with a 2020 census population of 54,941. It is registered under PSGC code 1804521000 and uses ZIP code 6105. This directory documents 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 places to stay, and 2 verified businesses in Pontevedra.
About Pontevedra
Pontevedra is a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, 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 46 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 54,941 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 1804521000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 6105.
Visitors and residents can explore 0 attractions, 0 restaurants, 0 accommodations, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and other places throughout Pontevedra.
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Geographic Facts
Key administrative and demographic data for Pontevedra.
Municipality
Classification
Negros Occidental
Province
Western Visayas
Region
54,941
Population
46
Barangays
6105
Postal Code
Location and Geography
Pontevedra is located in Negros Occidental within the Western Visayas of the Philippines. The municipality includes 46 barangays.
Pontevedra sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Negros Occidental, including Bacolod City, Bago City, Cadiz City, Calatrava.
Festivals and Events in Pontevedra
0 recorded festivals and events in Pontevedra.
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Local Food in Pontevedra
Culinary specialties documented in Pontevedra and Negros Occidental.
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 Pontevedra
Pontevedra is divided into 46 barangays under PSGC code 1804521000.
Agbanog
0601912001
Agdalipe
0601912002
Ameligan
0601912003
Antipolo
1804521001
Bailan
0601912004
Banate
0601912005
Bantigue
0601912006
Barangay I
1804521002
Barangay II
1804521003
Barangay III
1804521004
Binuntucan
0601912007
Buenavista Gibong
1804521006
Buenavista Rizal
1804521007
Burgos
1804521008
Cabugao
0601912008
Cambarus
1804521009
Canroma
1804521010
Don Salvador Benedicto
1804521011
Gabuc
0601912009
General Malvar
1804521012
Gomez
1804521013
Guba
0601912011
Hipona
0601912012
Ilawod
0601912019
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Travel Tips for Pontevedra
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 Pontevedra.
Getting Around
Tricycles and local transport are common for short trips between barangays.
Pontevedra in the Philippine Administrative System
Pontevedra is classified as a municipality under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 1804521000. 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), Pontevedra 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 46 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.
Pontevedra is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Negros Occidental in Western Visayas.
People Also Ask About Pontevedra
What is Pontevedra known for?
Pontevedra is a municipality in Negros Occidental, Western Visayas. It is documented with 0 attractions, 0 festivals, 3 local dishes, and 2 verified businesses in this directory.
Where is Pontevedra located?
Pontevedra is located in Negros Occidental, Western Visayas, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 1804521000.
How many barangays does Pontevedra have?
Pontevedra has 46 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.
What food is Pontevedra known for?
Documented local dishes include Inasal na Isda, Adobong Pusit, Buko Pie (Capiz Style).
What is the population of Pontevedra?
Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Pontevedra has a recorded population of 54,941.
What is the ZIP code of Pontevedra?
The PhilPost ZIP code of Pontevedra is 6105.
What cities or municipalities are near Pontevedra?
Nearby localities in Negros Occidental include Bacolod City, Bago City, Cadiz City, Calatrava.
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Administrative and geographic data for Pontevedra 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 →