How many barangays are in Cortes?▾
Cortes has 14 barangays. You can browse the full alphabetical list on this page, with each barangay linking to its own page of officials, contact details, and address.
Where is Cortes located?▾
Cortes is a municipality in the province of Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
Is Cortes a city or municipality?▾
Cortes is a municipality in Bohol, Philippines.
What province is Cortes in?▾
Cortes is located in the province of Bohol, which is part of the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
What is the population of Cortes?▾
Cortes had a population of 18,976 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN. The municipality contains 14 barangays.
What is the largest barangay in Cortes by population?▾
The largest barangay in Cortes by population is Brgy. De la Paz with 3,084 residents. See the ranked list of the most populous barangays on this page.
How do I get a barangay clearance in Cortes?▾
To get a barangay clearance in Cortes, visit the barangay hall of your residential barangay during office hours (typically Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm), bring a valid government ID and proof of residency, state your purpose, and pay the processing fee (typically ₱50 to ₱100). Most barangays issue the clearance on the same day. See our complete guide to getting a barangay clearance in the Philippines for detailed step-by-step instructions.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials across Cortes's 14 barangays — including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials — will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
What is the ZIP code of Cortes?▾
The ZIP code for Cortes is 6341. This Philippine postal code is used for mail delivery across all 14 barangays in the municipality.
What is the income classification of Cortes?▾
Cortes is classified as a 5th municipality. Income classifications for Philippine local government units are based on the average annual regular income over a rolling period and determine fiscal capacity and administrative structure.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Cortes was last updated on 2026-05-29. The list of barangays, population figures, and administrative classifications can change over time — always verify directly with the local government unit before relying on this information for official transactions.
