Situated in the municipality of Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, Barangay Payongan is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 1,240 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Melino De Asis Delos Santos(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Payongan · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-6.3% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Payongan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,323
—
—
2020 CPH
1,342
+19
+1.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,240
-102
-7.6%
2015–2020: +1.4% total (+0.29%/yr).2020–2024: -7.6% total (-1.96%/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
16thof 27
Among the lower half of Alicia by population.
Share of Alicia
3.1%
of the municipality's total 39,484 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Sibugay
207thof 389
Province-wide percentile: 47.
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.
About Barangay Payongan
Barangay Payongan forms part of Alicia, a municipality in Zamboanga Sibugay, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Payongan had a population of 1,240. This made it the 16th largest of 27 barangays in Alicia by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Payongan accounted for approximately 3.14% of the total population of Alicia, which stood at 39,484 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Payongan changed from 1,342 to 1,240, a shift of -7.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Alicia. Barangay Payongan 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 of 27 barangays, of which Barangay Payongan is one. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Sibugay, which contains 389 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Payongan ranks 207th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Payongan
Where is Barangay Payongan located?▾
Barangay Payongan is a barangay in the municipality of Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Payongan hall?▾
Barangay Payongan 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 Payongan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Payongan is Melino De Asis Delos Santos (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Payongan?▾
You can contact Barangay Payongan via phone at 09461984446.
What municipality is Barangay Payongan part of?▾
Barangay Payongan is one of 27 barangays in the municipality of Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Payongan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Payongan 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 Payongan.
Has the population of Barangay Payongan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Payongan went from 1,342 residents to 1,240 — a change of -7.6% 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 Payongan in?▾
Barangay Payongan 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 Payongan. You can browse the full list on our Alicia page.
How many residents does Barangay Payongan have?▾
Barangay Payongan had a population of 1,240 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Payongan?▾
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 Payongan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Payongan was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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