Barangay Calawit is a barangay in Balete, Batangas, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Balete. It had a population of 1,028 in the 2015 census.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Balete. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Gerry Arañez Landicho(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Calawit · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Calawit
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Calawit is one of the administrative divisions of Balete in Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2015 Philippine census, Barangay Calawit had a population of 1,028. This made it the 10th largest of 13 barangays in Balete by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Calawit accounted for approximately 4.25% of the total population of Balete, which stood at 24,202 in the same 2015 census reference period.
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Barangay Calawit is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Balete is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Calawit, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Batangas, which contains 1,078 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Calawit ranks 858th by 2015 census population. Batangas 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.
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 Balete 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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Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Balete (municipality) class
5th
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 Calawit in Balete 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.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Calawit
Where is Barangay Calawit located?▾
Barangay Calawit is a barangay in the municipality of Balete, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Calawit hall?▾
Barangay Calawit is located in Balete, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Calawit?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Calawit is Gerry Arañez Landicho (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Calawit?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Calawit is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Balete LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Calawit part of?▾
Barangay Calawit is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Balete, Batangas, Philippines.
Is Barangay Calawit urban or rural?▾
Barangay Calawit 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 Balete?▾
Balete is classified as a 5th 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 Calawit.
Has the population of Barangay Calawit been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2015 and 2020 censuses, Barangay Calawit went from 1,028 residents to 0 — a change of -100.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Calawit in?▾
Barangay Calawit is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Batangas, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Balete.
How many barangays are in Balete?▾
Balete has 13 barangays, including Barangay Calawit. You can browse the full list on our Balete page.
How many residents does Barangay Calawit have?▾
Barangay Calawit had a population of 1,028 residents according to the 2015 census published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Calawit?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Balete is 4219. 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 Calawit, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Calawit 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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