How many barangays are in Puerto Galera?▾
Puerto Galera has 13 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 Puerto Galera located?▾
Puerto Galera is a municipality in the province of Oriental Mindoro, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines.
Is Puerto Galera a city or municipality?▾
Puerto Galera is a municipality in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines.
What province is Puerto Galera in?▾
Puerto Galera is located in the province of Oriental Mindoro, which is part of the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines.
What is the population of Puerto Galera?▾
Puerto Galera had a population of 42,301 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN. The municipality contains 13 barangays.
What is the largest barangay in Puerto Galera by population?▾
The largest barangay in Puerto Galera by population is Brgy. Balatero with 5,270 residents. See the ranked list of the most populous barangays on this page.
How do I get a barangay clearance in Puerto Galera?▾
To get a barangay clearance in Puerto Galera, 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 Puerto Galera's 13 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 Puerto Galera?▾
The ZIP code for Puerto Galera is 5203. This Philippine postal code is used for mail delivery across all 13 barangays in the municipality.
What is the income classification of Puerto Galera?▾
Puerto Galera is classified as a 1st 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 Puerto Galera was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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.
