Barangay Rajal is a local government unit in Balungao, Pangasinan, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,031 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.
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Punong Barangay
Cecile Salanga Baliton(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Rajal · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Rajal
Situated in Balungao, Pangasinan, Barangay Rajal is one of 20 barangays that make up the municipality within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Rajal had a population of 2,031. This made it the 4th largest of 20 barangays in Balungao by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Rajal accounted for approximately 6.62% of the total population of Balungao, which stood at 30,678 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 Rajal changed from 1,953 to 2,031, a shift of +4.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Balungao. Barangay Rajal is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Balungao is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Rajal, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Pangasinan, which contains 1,364 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Rajal ranks 629th by 2024 POPCEN population. Pangasinan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Rajal 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 Balungao 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 Rajal from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,009
—
—
2020 CPH
1,953
-56
-2.8%
2024 POPCEN
2,031
+78
+4.0%
2015–2020: -2.8% total (-0.56%/yr).2020–2024: +4.0% total (+0.98%/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 Balungao
4thof 20
Among the top quartile of Balungao by population.
Share of Balungao
6.6%
of the municipality's total 30,678 residents.
Rank in Pangasinan
629thof 1,364
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Balungao (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 Rajal
Where is Barangay Rajal located?▾
Barangay Rajal is a barangay in the municipality of Balungao, Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Rajal hall?▾
Barangay Rajal is located in Balungao, Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Rajal?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Rajal is Cecile Salanga Baliton (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Rajal?▾
You can contact Barangay Rajal via phone at 075-572165.
What municipality is Barangay Rajal part of?▾
Barangay Rajal is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Balungao, Pangasinan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Rajal urban or rural?▾
Barangay Rajal is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Balungao?▾
Balungao 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 Rajal.
Has the population of Barangay Rajal been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Rajal went from 1,953 residents to 2,031 — a change of +4.0% 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 Rajal in?▾
Barangay Rajal is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Pangasinan, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Balungao.
How many barangays are in Balungao?▾
Balungao has 20 barangays, including Barangay Rajal. You can browse the full list on our Balungao page.
How many residents does Barangay Rajal have?▾
Barangay Rajal had a population of 2,031 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Rajal?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Balungao is 2442. 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 Rajal, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Rajal was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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