Situated in the municipality of Arakan, Cotabato, Barangay Malibatuan is one of the administrative divisions of SOCCSKSARGEN. It had a population of 3,425 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Joey Traya Jangco(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Malibatuan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Malibatuan
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Malibatuan is one of the administrative divisions of Arakan in Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Malibatuan had a population of 3,425. This made it the 3rd largest of 28 barangays in Arakan by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Malibatuan accounted for approximately 6.64% of the total population of Arakan, which stood at 51,584 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 Malibatuan changed from 3,529 to 3,425, a shift of -2.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Arakan. Barangay Malibatuan 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 Malibatuan, 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 Malibatuan ranks 128th 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 Malibatuan 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 Malibatuan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,882
—
—
2020 CPH
3,529
-353
-9.1%
2024 POPCEN
3,425
-104
-2.9%
2015–2020: -9.1% total (-1.89%/yr).2020–2024: -2.9% total (-0.75%/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
3rdof 28
Among the top 10% of Arakan by population.
Share of Arakan
6.6%
of the municipality's total 51,584 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
128thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 77.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Malibatuan
Where is Barangay Malibatuan located?▾
Barangay Malibatuan is a barangay in the municipality of Arakan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Malibatuan hall?▾
Barangay Malibatuan 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 Malibatuan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Malibatuan is Joey Traya Jangco (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Malibatuan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Malibatuan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Arakan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Malibatuan part of?▾
Barangay Malibatuan is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Arakan, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Malibatuan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Malibatuan 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 Malibatuan.
Has the population of Barangay Malibatuan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Malibatuan went from 3,529 residents to 3,425 — a change of -2.9% 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 Malibatuan in?▾
Barangay Malibatuan 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 Malibatuan. You can browse the full list on our Arakan page.
How many residents does Barangay Malibatuan have?▾
Barangay Malibatuan had a population of 3,425 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Malibatuan?▾
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 Malibatuan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Malibatuan was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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