Barangay Taparak is a barangay in Alubijid, Misamis Oriental, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Alubijid. It had a population of 1,767 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Arnold Ellevera Palasan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Taparak · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Taparak
Barangay Taparak is a small barangay in the municipality of Alubijid, located in the province of Misamis Oriental, in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Taparak had a population of 1,767. This made it the 13th largest of 16 barangays in Alubijid by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Taparak accounted for approximately 4.99% of the total population of Alubijid, which stood at 35,411 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Taparak moved from 1,744 residents to 1,767, an intercensal change of +1.3%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Taparak is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Alubijid is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Taparak, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Oriental, which contains 504 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Taparak ranks 233rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Oriental 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 Taparak 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 Alubijid 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 Taparak from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,697
—
—
2020 CPH
1,744
+47
+2.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,767
+23
+1.3%
2015–2020: +2.8% total (+0.55%/yr).2020–2024: +1.3% total (+0.33%/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 Alubijid
13thof 16
Among the lower half of Alubijid by population.
Share of Alubijid
5.0%
of the municipality's total 35,411 residents.
Rank in Misamis Oriental
233rdof 504
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Alubijid (municipality) class
4th
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 Taparak
Where is Barangay Taparak located?▾
Barangay Taparak is a barangay in the municipality of Alubijid, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Taparak hall?▾
Barangay Taparak is located in Alubijid, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Taparak?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Taparak is Arnold Ellevera Palasan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Taparak?▾
You can contact Barangay Taparak via phone at 09052149104.
What municipality is Barangay Taparak part of?▾
Barangay Taparak is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Alubijid, Misamis Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Taparak urban or rural?▾
Barangay Taparak 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 Alubijid?▾
Alubijid is classified as a 4th 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 Taparak.
Has the population of Barangay Taparak been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Taparak went from 1,744 residents to 1,767 — a change of +1.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Taparak in?▾
Barangay Taparak is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Oriental, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Alubijid.
How many barangays are in Alubijid?▾
Alubijid has 16 barangays, including Barangay Taparak. You can browse the full list on our Alubijid page.
How many residents does Barangay Taparak have?▾
Barangay Taparak had a population of 1,767 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Taparak?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Alubijid is 9018. 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 Taparak, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Taparak was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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