Dinagat Postal Codes: 8412 | Dinagat Islands, Caraga

Key Facts

Dinagat is a municipality located in the Dinagat Islands province within the Caraga region of the Philippines. Situated on the main island of Dinagat, this coastal municipality serves as the provincial capital and occupies a strategic position in the northeastern part of the archipelago. With an approximate population of around 10,000 residents spread across its land area of approximately 140 square kilometers, Dinagat municipality features a predominantly mountainous terrain with coastal plains supporting fishing and agriculture as key economic activities. The municipality is administratively divided into 12 barangays, including the poblacion areas that serve as the commercial and administrative center. Dinagat's location along the Surigao Strait provides it with important maritime connections to neighboring provinces while its tropical climate supports diverse flora and fauna. As the municipal center of the island province, Dinagat plays a crucial role in local governance and serves as the primary hub for accessing postal code information and administrative services for its constituent barangays.