[4] The town is known for its role in the Basi Revolt, led by Pedro Mateo, a native of Piddig.

The municipio (town hall) is located on top of a hill offering panoramic views of fields and mountains.

It is a great place for a day hike, if one does not mind traversing through rivers, forests, and fields.

Poverty Incidence of Piddig Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19] Piddig, belonging to the first congressional district of the province of Ilocos Norte, is governed by a mayor designated as its local chief executive and by a municipal council as its legislative body in accordance with the Local Government Code.

However, many students attend high schools in nearby Laoag City.