Altavas Postal Codes: 5616 | Aklan, Western Visayas

Key Facts

Altavas is a municipality located in the northern part of Aklan province in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. Situated approximately 25 kilometers northeast of the provincial capital Kalibo, Altavas occupies a strategic position along the coastal plains of northern Panay Island. The municipality covers a total land area of approximately 109.05 square kilometers and serves as an important agricultural and fishing community within the province. According to recent census data, Altavas has a population of around 25,000 residents distributed across its 14 barangays, which include Poblacion, Cabangila, Cabugao, and other rural communities. The municipality's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with rice, coconut, and various fruit crops being the main agricultural products, complemented by fishing activities along its coastal areas. Altavas is administratively divided into these 14 barangays, each with its own local governance structure. The municipality features a mix of coastal and inland terrain, with the Aklan River system providing important water resources for irrigation and domestic use. To access detailed postal code information for Altavas and its constituent barangays, visitors can explore the specific sub-regional listings available through our comprehensive location database.

Neighboring Regions

• Batan
• Balete
• Banga
• New Washington