Barbaza Postal Codes: 5706 | Antique, Western Visayas

Key Facts

Barbaza is a municipality located in the province of Antique within the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. Situated in the northern part of Antique province, Barbaza lies along the western coast of Panay Island, bordered by the Sulu Sea to the west. This fourth-class municipality covers a land area of approximately 154 square kilometers and has a population of around 23,000 residents according to recent census data. Barbaza is administratively divided into 22 barangays, which serve as the smallest local government units in the Philippine system. The municipality features a mix of coastal and inland areas, with terrain that transitions from coastal plains to rolling hills and mountains further inland. Barbaza's economy is primarily agricultural, with rice, corn, and coconut cultivation being significant economic activities, supplemented by fishing along its coastal areas. The municipality maintains its own local government structure headed by a municipal mayor and operates public services including schools, health centers, and municipal offices. For residents and visitors seeking detailed location information, postal code data is available for each of Barbaza's 22 barangays to facilitate mail delivery and location-based services throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Tibiao
• Culasi
• Laua-an
• Valderrama