Amlan Postal Codes: 6203 | Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region

Key Facts

Amlan is a fourth-class municipality located in the southeastern part of Negros Oriental province within the Negros Island Region of the Philippines. Situated approximately 22 kilometers from the provincial capital of Dumaguete City, Amlan occupies a strategic coastal position along the Tañon Strait, which separates Negros Island from Cebu. The municipality covers a total land area of approximately 111.85 square kilometers and serves as an important transportation and commercial hub for the surrounding communities. According to recent census data, Amlan has a population of around 25,000 residents distributed across its eight barangays: Bio-os, Jugno, Mag-abo, Poblacion, Silab, Tambojangin, Tandayag, and Jantianon. The municipality's economy is primarily driven by agriculture, with coconut, rice, and corn as the main crops, complemented by fishing activities along its coastal areas. Amlan features a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with the Poblacion area serving as the commercial and administrative center while the outlying barangays maintain their agricultural character. The municipality is accessible via the national highway connecting it to neighboring towns and cities, making it an important transit point in the region. For residents and businesses seeking postal services, Amlan provides comprehensive postal code information covering all its constituent barangays.

Neighboring Regions

• San Jose
• Tanjay