Situated in the municipality of Agutaya, Palawan, Barangay Algeciras is one of the administrative divisions of MIMAROPA Region. It had a population of 4,760 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Agutaya. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Victorio Aguilar Cataylo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Algeciras · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Algeciras
Barangay Algeciras is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Agutaya, located in the province of Palawan, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Algeciras had a population of 4,760. This made it the 1st largest of 10 barangays in Agutaya by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Algeciras accounted for approximately 35.65% of the total population of Agutaya, which stood at 13,351 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Algeciras moved from 4,955 residents to 4,760, an intercensal change of -3.9%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Algeciras is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Agutaya is a municipality comprising 10 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Algeciras, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Palawan, which contains 433 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Algeciras ranks 62nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Palawan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Algeciras is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Agutaya or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Algeciras from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,584
—
—
2020 CPH
4,955
+371
+8.1%
2024 POPCEN
4,760
-195
-3.9%
2015–2020: +8.1% total (+1.57%/yr).2020–2024: -3.9% total (-1.00%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in Agutaya
1stof 10
Among the top 10% of Agutaya by population.
Share of Agutaya
35.7%
of the municipality's total 13,351 residents.
Rank in Palawan
62ndof 433
Province-wide percentile: 86.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Agutaya (municipality) class
5th
Parent municipality income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Algeciras
Where is Barangay Algeciras located?▾
Barangay Algeciras is a barangay in the municipality of Agutaya, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Algeciras hall?▾
Barangay Algeciras is located in Agutaya, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Algeciras?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Algeciras is Victorio Aguilar Cataylo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Algeciras?▾
You can contact Barangay Algeciras via phone at 09386732632.
What municipality is Barangay Algeciras part of?▾
Barangay Algeciras is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of Agutaya, Palawan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Algeciras urban or rural?▾
Barangay Algeciras is officially classified as rural by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Rural classification is applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use — often agricultural, coastal, or upland areas with more dispersed housing.
What is the income classification of Agutaya?▾
Agutaya is classified as a 5th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Algeciras.
Has the population of Barangay Algeciras been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Algeciras went from 4,955 residents to 4,760 — a change of -3.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Algeciras in?▾
Barangay Algeciras is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Palawan, and is one of 10 barangays administered by Agutaya.
How many barangays are in Agutaya?▾
Agutaya has 10 barangays, including Barangay Algeciras. You can browse the full list on our Agutaya page.
How many residents does Barangay Algeciras have?▾
Barangay Algeciras had a population of 4,760 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Algeciras?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Agutaya is 5320. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Algeciras, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Algeciras was last updated on 2026-05-26. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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