Municipalities of the Philippines

In the Philippines, a municipality is a local government unit (LGU), also known as a town. It is distinct from a city and is organized under the province it belongs to. Municipalities are further divided into barangays, the smallest political units.

How a Municipality is Formed:

  • A municipality is created by an act of Congress or through the Local Government Code.

  • It must meet certain criteria, such as population size, income, and land area, as mandated by law.

  • Once established, it has its own local government with elected officials (mayor, vice mayor, and municipal councilors).

Structure and Governance:

  • The executive branch is headed by a mayor.

  • The legislative branch is called the Sangguniang Bayan (municipal council).

  • There are appointed municipal officials such as treasurer, assessor, health officer, and others fulfilling various administrative roles.

Classification of Municipalities:

Municipalities in the Philippines are classified based on their average annual income over the last four fiscal years. The classes are:

  • 1st Class: Municipalities with the highest income bracket.

  • 2nd Class

  • 3rd Class

  • 4th Class

  • 5th Class

  • 6th Class: Municipalities with the lowest income bracket.

These classifications help determine the municipality’s budget, administrative responsibilities, and development priorities.

Responsibilities:

  • Municipalities enjoy a degree of local autonomy but remain under provincial supervision.

  • They are responsible for local services such as health, sanitation, infrastructure, and ordinances.

  • They have the power to create and collect local taxes and fees.

This structure is defined by the Local Government Code of 1991 and supported by the 1987 Philippine Constitution, ensuring local governments can manage affairs effectively within their jurisdiction.

San Juan, Southern Leyte, Philippines

San Juan, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. San Juan, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 8777.00Population (2020 Census): 27,864Population (2015 Census): […]

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Saint Bernard, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Saint Bernard, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Saint Bernard, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 21903.00Population (2020 Census): 28,683Population (2015 Census):

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Padre Burgos, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Padre Burgos, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Padre Burgos, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 5th Class Area in Hectares: 6650.00Population (2020 Census): 17,581Population (2015 Census):

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Pintuyan, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Pintuyan, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Pintuyan, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 5th Class Area in Hectares: 6215.00Population (2020 Census): 9,926Population (2015 Census): 9,862Annual Growth

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Malitbog, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Malitbog, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Malitbog, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 19661.00Population (2020 Census): 23,213Population (2015 Census): 22,946Annual Growth

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Macrohon, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Macrohon, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Macrohon, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 12039.00Population (2020 Census): 26,580Population (2015 Census): 26,583Annual Growth

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Limasawa, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Limasawa, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Limasawa, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 6th Class Area in Hectares: 698.00Population (2020 Census): 6,191Population (2015 Census): 6,041Annual Growth

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Liloan, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Liloan, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Liloan, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 9070.00Population (2020 Census): 25,212Population (2015 Census): 23,981Annual Growth

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Libagon, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Libagon, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Libagon, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 9418.00Population (2020 Census): 15,244Population (2015 Census): 15,249Annual Growth

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Hinunangan, Southern Leyte, Philippines

Hinunangan, Southern Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Southern Leyte. Hinunangan, Southern Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 21845.00Population (2020 Census): 29,977Population (2015 Census): 29,614Annual Growth

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