Situated in the municipality of Aparri, Cagayan, Barangay Backiling is one of the administrative divisions of Cagayan Valley. It had a population of 1,259 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ruel Marcos Eduba(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Backiling · Data updated 2026-06-15
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+4.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Backiling from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,208
—
—
2020 CPH
1,247
+39
+3.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,259
+12
+1.0%
2015–2020: +3.2% total (+0.64%/yr).2020–2024: +1.0% total (+0.24%/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 Aparri
19thof 42
Among the upper half of Aparri by population.
Share of Aparri
1.8%
of the municipality's total 68,368 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
402ndof 820
Province-wide percentile: 51.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Aparri (municipality) class
1st
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 Backiling
Barangay Backiling forms part of Aparri, a municipality in Cagayan, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Backiling had a population of 1,259. This made it the 19th largest of 42 barangays in Aparri by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Backiling accounted for approximately 1.84% of the total population of Aparri, which stood at 68,368 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,247 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,259 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +1.0%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Backiling is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Aparri is a municipality of 42 barangays, of which Barangay Backiling is one. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Backiling ranks 402nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan 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 Aparri 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 Backiling
Where is Barangay Backiling located?▾
Barangay Backiling is a barangay in the municipality of Aparri, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Backiling hall?▾
Barangay Backiling is located in Aparri, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Backiling?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Backiling is Ruel Marcos Eduba (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Backiling?▾
You can contact Barangay Backiling via phone at 09562516177.
What municipality is Barangay Backiling part of?▾
Barangay Backiling is one of 42 barangays in the municipality of Aparri, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Backiling urban or rural?▾
Barangay Backiling 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 Aparri?▾
Aparri is classified as a 1st 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 Backiling.
Has the population of Barangay Backiling been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Backiling went from 1,247 residents to 1,259 — a change of +1.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Backiling in?▾
Barangay Backiling is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 42 barangays administered by Aparri.
How many barangays are in Aparri?▾
Aparri has 42 barangays, including Barangay Backiling. You can browse the full list on our Aparri page.
How many residents does Barangay Backiling have?▾
Barangay Backiling had a population of 1,259 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Backiling?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Aparri is 3515. 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 Backiling, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Backiling was last updated on 2026-06-15. 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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