Baco · Oriental Mindoro
Barangay Catwiran I
Barangay Catwiran I is a local government unit in Baco, Oriental Mindoro, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,466 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 1,466
- Population (2015)
- 1,387
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- +5.7%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Catwiran I
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Catwiran I is one of the administrative divisions of Baco in Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Catwiran I had a population of 1,466. This made it the 16th largest of 27 barangays in Baco by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Catwiran I accounted for approximately 3.68% of the total population of Baco, which stood at 39,817 in the same census year.
The barangay recorded 1,387 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 1,466 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of +5.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Catwiran I as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Baco is a municipality comprising 27 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Catwiran I, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Oriental Mindoro, which contains 426 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Catwiran I ranks 266th by 2020 population. Oriental Mindoro is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
City / Municipality
Baco (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Punong Barangay
- Norberto Oreta Yasa(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Rosielyn Oamil Panaligan
- Barangay Treasurer
- Gemalyn Perez Oquindo
- SK Chairperson
- John Carlo Bonavente Escalona
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Nichols Maranan Adra
- • Enoc Ronquillo Jusi
- • Jhun Badal Alban
- • Roberto Casa Agelion
- • Ronald Autor Magmanlac
- • Imelda Antenor Alcayin
- • Fresery King Calahati Abanador
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Catwiran I
Where is Barangay Catwiran I located?▾
Barangay Catwiran I is a barangay in the municipality of Baco, Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Catwiran I hall?▾
Barangay Catwiran I is located in Baco, Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Catwiran I?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Catwiran I is Norberto Oreta Yasa (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Catwiran I?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Catwiran I is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Baco LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Catwiran I part of?▾
Barangay Catwiran I is one of 27 barangays in Baco, a municipality in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Catwiran I
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.