Bontoc Postal Codes: 6604 | Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas

Key Facts

Bontoc is a municipality located in the province of Southern Leyte within the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. Situated in the central-western part of Southern Leyte, Bontoc occupies a strategic position along the Sogod Bay coastline, serving as an important coastal community in this island province. With an approximate population of around 30,000 residents spread across its 40 barangays, Bontoc covers a land area of approximately 180 square kilometers characterized by a mix of coastal plains and rolling hills that gradually rise toward the interior mountainous regions. The municipality is administratively divided into these 40 barangays, which represent the smallest local government units in the Philippine system. Bontoc's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with coconut farming and fishing being the main livelihood sources for its residents, supplemented by some small-scale trading and local commerce. The municipality serves as an important transportation hub connecting various parts of Southern Leyte, with its coastal location providing access to marine transport routes while maintaining road connections to neighboring municipalities. For those seeking detailed postal code information and addressing requirements, Bontoc's 40 barangays each have specific postal codes that facilitate efficient mail delivery and location identification throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Sogod
• Libagon
• Saint Bernard
• Hinunangan