Butuan Postal Codes: 8600 | Agusan del Norte, Caraga

Key Facts

Butuan is a highly urbanized city located in the northeastern part of the province of Agusan del Norte in the Caraga region of the Philippines. Situated along the banks of the Agusan River, the city serves as the regional center of Caraga and is strategically positioned near the northern coast of Mindanao island. With an approximate population of 372,000 people spread across its 86 barangays, Butuan covers a land area of approximately 816 square kilometers, making it one of the largest cities in Mindanao in terms of territorial size. The city is administratively divided into 86 barangays, which are further organized into several districts for more efficient local governance. Butuan holds significant historical importance as it was once the capital of the Rajahnate of Butuan, a pre-colonial Philippine polity that existed from the 10th to the 13th centuries, and archaeological evidence suggests it was an important trading port with connections to other Southeast Asian kingdoms. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data, comprehensive resources are available for all 86 barangays within Butuan City.

Neighboring Regions

• Cabadbaran
• Santiago
• Tubay
• Buenavista
• Las Nieves
• Remedios T. Romualdez