Casili, Sorsogon

Casili is one of a barangay in the town of Gubat, Sorsogon, Philippines.

History

Barangay Casili derived its name from a freshwater fish belonging to the eel family known locally as "Casili". This fish until this day, can be chance upon in the barangay creeks and rice fields.

The terrain of the barangay is hilly and between these are creeks with water that do not dry up even during summer. Barangay Casili had been a sitio of Payawin until June 1948 when it finally became a separate and distinct political unit. On the elections held in the barangay immediately after its creation, Mr. Jose Nicolas was elected as its first Teniente del barrio.

Livelihood

The livelihood on this barangay are farming and copra.

Fiesta

The fiesta of this barangay was celebrated every second (2nd) day of June.

School

Barangay Officials


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