Lantawan Postal Codes: 7301 | Basilan, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

Key Facts

Lantawan is a municipality located in the province of Basilan, which is part of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao in the southern Philippines. Situated on the western coast of Basilan Island, Lantawan occupies a strategic position facing the Sulu Sea and is characterized by its coastal geography with rolling hills inland. The municipality covers an approximate land area of 405 square kilometers and has a population of around 31,000 people according to recent census data. Lantawan is administratively divided into 25 barangays, which serve as the fundamental political units governing local communities. The municipality's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with coconut farming and fishing being significant economic activities, supplemented by small-scale trade and local commerce. Lantawan's coastal location has historically made it an important maritime community, with fishing serving as both an economic mainstay and cultural tradition for many residents. The municipality maintains its own local government structure, headed by a municipal mayor, and provides basic services to its constituent barangays. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Lantawan's 25 barangays, comprehensive resources are available through official municipal records and regional government databases.

Neighboring Regions

• Tipo-Tipo
• Sumisip
• Maluso
• Tuburan