Giporlos Postal Codes: 6811 | Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas

Key Facts

Giporlos is a fourth-class municipality located in the province of Eastern Samar within the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. Situated along the western coast of Eastern Samar, this coastal municipality faces the Leyte Gulf and occupies a strategic position between the larger municipalities of Guiuan to the south and Balangiga to the north. With a total land area of approximately 97.51 square kilometers, Giporlos encompasses both coastal plains and rolling hills that characterize much of Samar Island's topography. According to the 2020 census, the municipality has a population of around 13,308 people who primarily engage in fishing, agriculture, and small-scale commerce. The municipality is administratively divided into 13 barangays, including the poblacion (town center) and surrounding rural communities that extend inland from the coastline. Giporlos maintains its municipal government structure with elected officials overseeing local governance and public services for its residents. The town's economy relies heavily on marine resources from the adjacent waters of the Leyte Gulf, supplemented by agricultural production including coconut, rice, and root crops grown in its inland areas. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data is available for each of Giporlos's 13 barangays to facilitate accurate addressing and mail delivery throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Balangiga
• Quinapondan
• Guiuan