Barangay Buhay is a local government unit in Alimodian, Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 889 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Sebastian Amodia Salcedo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buhay · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-0.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Buhay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
895
—
—
2020 CPH
900
+5
+0.6%
2024 POPCEN
889
-11
-1.2%
2015–2020: +0.6% total (+0.11%/yr).2020–2024: -1.2% total (-0.31%/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 Alimodian
10thof 51
Among the top quartile of Alimodian by population.
Share of Alimodian
2.2%
of the municipality's total 39,814 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1009thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 47.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Alimodian (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 Buhay
Barangay Buhay forms part of Alimodian, a municipality in Iloilo, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buhay had a population of 889. This made it the 10th largest of 51 barangays in Alimodian by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buhay accounted for approximately 2.23% of the total population of Alimodian, which stood at 39,814 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 900 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 889 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -1.2%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Buhay is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Alimodian is a municipality of 51 barangays, of which Barangay Buhay is one. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buhay ranks 1009th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo is classified as a 1st 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 Alimodian 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 Buhay
Where is Barangay Buhay located?▾
Barangay Buhay is a barangay in the municipality of Alimodian, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buhay hall?▾
Barangay Buhay is located in Alimodian, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buhay?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Buhay is Sebastian Amodia Salcedo (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Buhay?▾
You can contact Barangay Buhay via phone at 32502095.
What municipality is Barangay Buhay part of?▾
Barangay Buhay is one of 51 barangays in the municipality of Alimodian, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buhay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buhay 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 Alimodian?▾
Alimodian 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 Buhay.
Has the population of Barangay Buhay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buhay went from 900 residents to 889 — a change of -1.2% 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 Buhay in?▾
Barangay Buhay is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 51 barangays administered by Alimodian.
How many barangays are in Alimodian?▾
Alimodian has 51 barangays, including Barangay Buhay. You can browse the full list on our Alimodian page.
How many residents does Barangay Buhay have?▾
Barangay Buhay had a population of 889 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buhay?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Alimodian is 5028. 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 Buhay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buhay was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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