Barangay Kapatagan is a local government unit in Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines. It had a population of 659 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Alicia. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Joseph Butaslac Bonghanoy(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kapatagan · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Kapatagan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Kapatagan is one of the administrative divisions of Alicia in Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kapatagan had a population of 659. This made it the 25th largest of 27 barangays in Alicia by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kapatagan accounted for approximately 1.67% of the total population of Alicia, which stood at 39,484 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 846 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 659 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -22.1%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Kapatagan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Alicia is a municipality comprising 27 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kapatagan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Sibugay, which contains 389 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kapatagan ranks 329th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Sibugay is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Kapatagan is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Alicia 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 Kapatagan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
808
—
—
2020 CPH
846
+38
+4.7%
2024 POPCEN
659
-187
-22.1%
2015–2020: +4.7% total (+0.92%/yr).2020–2024: -22.1% total (-6.05%/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 Alicia
25thof 27
Among the smaller barangays of Alicia by population.
Share of Alicia
1.7%
of the municipality's total 39,484 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Sibugay
329thof 389
Province-wide percentile: 16.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Alicia (municipality) class
3rd
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Kapatagan in Alicia during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Kapatagan
Where is Barangay Kapatagan located?▾
Barangay Kapatagan is a barangay in the municipality of Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kapatagan hall?▾
Barangay Kapatagan is located in Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kapatagan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Kapatagan is Joseph Butaslac Bonghanoy (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kapatagan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Kapatagan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Alicia LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Kapatagan part of?▾
Barangay Kapatagan is one of 27 barangays in the municipality of Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kapatagan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kapatagan 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 Alicia?▾
Alicia is classified as a 3rd 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 Kapatagan.
Has the population of Barangay Kapatagan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Kapatagan went from 846 residents to 659 — a change of -22.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Kapatagan in?▾
Barangay Kapatagan is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, and is one of 27 barangays administered by Alicia.
How many barangays are in Alicia?▾
Alicia has 27 barangays, including Barangay Kapatagan. You can browse the full list on our Alicia page.
How many residents does Barangay Kapatagan have?▾
Barangay Kapatagan had a population of 659 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kapatagan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Alicia is 7040. 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 Kapatagan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kapatagan was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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