Located in Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, Barangay Macate is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Bambang. It had a population of 1,733 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Shirley Tumacder Cajimat(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Macate · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Macate
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Macate is one of the administrative divisions of Bambang in Nueva Vizcaya, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Macate had a population of 1,733. This made it the 19th largest of 25 barangays in Bambang by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Macate accounted for approximately 2.88% of the total population of Bambang, which stood at 60,146 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 Macate changed from 1,689 to 1,733, a shift of +2.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Bambang. Barangay Macate is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Bambang is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Macate, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Nueva Vizcaya, which contains 275 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Macate ranks 116th by 2024 POPCEN population. Nueva Vizcaya is classified as a 2nd 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 Bambang 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 Macate from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,548
—
—
2020 CPH
1,689
+141
+9.1%
2024 POPCEN
1,733
+44
+2.6%
2015–2020: +9.1% total (+1.76%/yr).2020–2024: +2.6% total (+0.65%/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 Bambang
19thof 25
Among the lower half of Bambang by population.
Share of Bambang
2.9%
of the municipality's total 60,146 residents.
Rank in Nueva Vizcaya
116thof 275
Province-wide percentile: 58.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Bambang (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 Macate
Where is Barangay Macate located?▾
Barangay Macate is a barangay in the municipality of Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Macate hall?▾
Barangay Macate is located in Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Macate?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Macate is Shirley Tumacder Cajimat (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Macate?▾
You can contact Barangay Macate via phone at 09168650802.
What municipality is Barangay Macate part of?▾
Barangay Macate is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines.
Is Barangay Macate urban or rural?▾
Barangay Macate 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 Bambang?▾
Bambang 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 Macate.
Has the population of Barangay Macate been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Macate went from 1,689 residents to 1,733 — a change of +2.6% 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 Macate in?▾
Barangay Macate is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Nueva Vizcaya, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Bambang.
How many barangays are in Bambang?▾
Bambang has 25 barangays, including Barangay Macate. You can browse the full list on our Bambang page.
How many residents does Barangay Macate have?▾
Barangay Macate had a population of 1,733 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Macate?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bambang is 3702. 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 Macate, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Macate was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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