Pata Postal Codes: 7405 | Sulu, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

Key Facts

Pata is a municipality located in the province of Sulu within the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao in the southern Philippines. Situated on Pata Island, which is part of the Sulu Archipelago, this municipality occupies a strategic position in the Sulu Sea between the larger islands of Jolo and Tawi-Tawi. Pata covers approximately 117 square kilometers of land area and serves as an important local administrative center for the island's communities. According to recent census data, Pata has a population of around 24,000 residents who primarily engage in fishing, agriculture, and small-scale trade. The municipality is divided into 14 barangays, which represent the smallest administrative divisions in the Philippine system. Pata's tropical climate and coastal location make it suitable for coconut cultivation and marine resource extraction, which form the backbone of the local economy. The municipality maintains close cultural and economic ties with other islands in the Sulu province while preserving distinct local traditions. As a fourth-class municipality, Pata plays a crucial role in local governance and service delivery for its island residents. For those seeking detailed location information, postal codes and specific addresses can be accessed for each of Pata's barangays through the appropriate municipal records.