Saint Bernard Postal Codes: 6616 | Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas

Key Facts

Saint Bernard is a municipality located in the province of Southern Leyte within the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. Situated along the western coast of Southern Leyte, Saint Bernard occupies a strategic position facing the Sogod Bay and is characterized by its coastal terrain with mountainous interior areas. The municipality covers approximately 100 square kilometers of land area and serves as an important local government unit administering several barangays. According to recent census data, Saint Bernard has a population of around 30,000 residents, with the majority engaged in agriculture, fishing, and local commerce. The municipality is administratively divided into multiple barangays, each with its own local governance structure while remaining under the municipal authority. Saint Bernard gained international attention following the tragic 2006 landslide that buried the village of Guinsaugon, an event that prompted significant disaster preparedness improvements in the region. The municipality's economy primarily relies on coconut farming, rice cultivation, and marine resources from the adjacent waters. As a coastal municipality, Saint Bernard plays a vital role in the provincial economy through its fishing industry and serves as a gateway to several marine protected areas. For residents and businesses seeking to access postal services, Saint Bernard provides comprehensive postal code information covering all its constituent barangays.

Neighboring Regions

• San Juan
• Libagon
• Sogod
• Hinunangan