Barangay Tapayas is a local government unit in Balatan, Camarines Sur, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,623 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Isaac Bernaldez Togado(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tapayas · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Tapayas
Barangay Tapayas forms part of Balatan, a municipality in Camarines Sur, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tapayas had a population of 1,623. This made it the 7th largest of 17 barangays in Balatan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tapayas accounted for approximately 5.22% of the total population of Balatan, which stood at 31,069 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 Tapayas changed from 1,575 to 1,623, a shift of +3.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Balatan. Barangay Tapayas is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Balatan is a municipality comprising 17 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tapayas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Camarines Sur, which contains 1,063 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tapayas ranks 469th by 2024 POPCEN population. Camarines Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Tapayas 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 Balatan 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 Tapayas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,698
—
—
2020 CPH
1,575
-123
-7.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,623
+48
+3.0%
2015–2020: -7.2% total (-1.49%/yr).2020–2024: +3.0% 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 Balatan
7thof 17
Among the upper half of Balatan by population.
Share of Balatan
5.2%
of the municipality's total 31,069 residents.
Rank in Camarines Sur
469thof 1,063
Province-wide percentile: 56.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Balatan (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 Tapayas
Where is Barangay Tapayas located?▾
Barangay Tapayas is a barangay in the municipality of Balatan, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tapayas hall?▾
Barangay Tapayas is located in Balatan, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tapayas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tapayas is Isaac Bernaldez Togado (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tapayas?▾
You can contact Barangay Tapayas via phone at 09568879912.
What municipality is Barangay Tapayas part of?▾
Barangay Tapayas is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Balatan, Camarines Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tapayas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tapayas 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 Balatan?▾
Balatan 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 Tapayas.
Has the population of Barangay Tapayas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tapayas went from 1,575 residents to 1,623 — a change of +3.0% 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 Tapayas in?▾
Barangay Tapayas is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Camarines Sur, and is one of 17 barangays administered by Balatan.
How many barangays are in Balatan?▾
Balatan has 17 barangays, including Barangay Tapayas. You can browse the full list on our Balatan page.
How many residents does Barangay Tapayas have?▾
Barangay Tapayas had a population of 1,623 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tapayas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Balatan is 4436. 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 Tapayas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tapayas was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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