Barangay Allab is a local government unit in Arakan, Cotabato, in the SOCCSKSARGEN region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,024 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 Arakan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Romeo Lingatong Colinares SR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Allab · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Allab
Barangay Allab forms part of Arakan, a municipality in Cotabato, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Allab had a population of 1,024. This made it the 22nd largest of 28 barangays in Arakan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Allab accounted for approximately 1.99% of the total population of Arakan, which stood at 51,584 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 787 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,024 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +30.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Allab is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Arakan is a municipality comprising 28 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Allab, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Allab ranks 485th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Allab 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 Arakan 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 Allab from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
694
—
—
2020 CPH
787
+93
+13.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,024
+237
+30.1%
2015–2020: +13.4% total (+2.55%/yr).2020–2024: +30.1% total (+6.80%/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 Arakan
22ndof 28
Among the lower half of Arakan by population.
Share of Arakan
2.0%
of the municipality's total 51,584 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
485thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 11.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Arakan (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Allab in Arakan during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Allab
Where is Barangay Allab located?▾
Barangay Allab is a barangay in the municipality of Arakan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Allab hall?▾
Barangay Allab is located in Arakan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Allab?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Allab is Romeo Lingatong Colinares SR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Allab?▾
You can contact Barangay Allab via phone at 09069029174.
What municipality is Barangay Allab part of?▾
Barangay Allab is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Arakan, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Allab urban or rural?▾
Barangay Allab 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 Arakan?▾
Arakan 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 Allab.
Has the population of Barangay Allab been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Allab went from 787 residents to 1,024 — a change of +30.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Allab in?▾
Barangay Allab is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 28 barangays administered by Arakan.
How many barangays are in Arakan?▾
Arakan has 28 barangays, including Barangay Allab. You can browse the full list on our Arakan page.
How many residents does Barangay Allab have?▾
Barangay Allab had a population of 1,024 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Allab?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Arakan is 9417. 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 Allab, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Allab 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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