Barangay Matarawis is a barangay in Agutaya, Palawan, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Agutaya. It had a population of 382 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Raffy Bacosa Saagundo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Matarawis · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Matarawis
Barangay Matarawis is a very small 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 Matarawis had a population of 382. This made it the 8th largest of 10 barangays in Agutaya by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Matarawis accounted for approximately 2.86% 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 Matarawis moved from 359 residents to 382, an intercensal change of +6.4%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Matarawis 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 Matarawis, 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 Matarawis ranks 413th 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 Matarawis 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 Matarawis from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
349
—
—
2020 CPH
359
+10
+2.9%
2024 POPCEN
382
+23
+6.4%
2015–2020: +2.9% total (+0.57%/yr).2020–2024: +6.4% total (+1.56%/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
8thof 10
Among the lower half of Agutaya by population.
Share of Agutaya
2.9%
of the municipality's total 13,351 residents.
Rank in Palawan
413thof 433
Province-wide percentile: 5.
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 Matarawis
Where is Barangay Matarawis located?▾
Barangay Matarawis is a barangay in the municipality of Agutaya, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Matarawis hall?▾
Barangay Matarawis 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 Matarawis?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Matarawis is Raffy Bacosa Saagundo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Matarawis?▾
You can contact Barangay Matarawis via phone at 09631507953.
What municipality is Barangay Matarawis part of?▾
Barangay Matarawis is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of Agutaya, Palawan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Matarawis urban or rural?▾
Barangay Matarawis 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 Matarawis.
Has the population of Barangay Matarawis been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Matarawis went from 359 residents to 382 — a change of +6.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Matarawis in?▾
Barangay Matarawis 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 Matarawis. You can browse the full list on our Agutaya page.
How many residents does Barangay Matarawis have?▾
Barangay Matarawis had a population of 382 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Matarawis?▾
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 Matarawis, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Matarawis was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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