Barangay Merced is a local government unit in Banate, Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,139 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Cezar Ansus Cabangal(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Merced · Data updated 2026-05-30
About Barangay Merced
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Merced is one of the administrative divisions of Banate in Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Merced had a population of 2,139. This made it the 7th largest of 18 barangays in Banate by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Merced accounted for approximately 6.33% of the total population of Banate, which stood at 33,790 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 Merced changed from 2,646 to 2,139, a shift of -19.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Banate. Barangay Merced is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Banate is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Merced, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Merced ranks 314th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Banate 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 Merced from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,596
—
—
2020 CPH
2,646
+50
+1.9%
2024 POPCEN
2,139
-507
-19.2%
2015–2020: +1.9% total (+0.38%/yr).2020–2024: -19.2% total (-5.18%/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 Banate
7thof 18
Among the upper half of Banate by population.
Share of Banate
6.3%
of the municipality's total 33,790 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
314thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 84.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Banate (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 Merced
Where is Barangay Merced located?▾
Barangay Merced is a barangay in the municipality of Banate, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Merced hall?▾
Barangay Merced is located in Banate, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Merced?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Merced is Cezar Ansus Cabangal (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Merced?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Merced is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Banate LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Merced part of?▾
Barangay Merced is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Banate, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Merced urban or rural?▾
Barangay Merced 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 Banate?▾
Banate 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 Merced.
Has the population of Barangay Merced been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Merced went from 2,646 residents to 2,139 — a change of -19.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Merced in?▾
Barangay Merced is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 18 barangays administered by Banate.
How many barangays are in Banate?▾
Banate has 18 barangays, including Barangay Merced. You can browse the full list on our Banate page.
How many residents does Barangay Merced have?▾
Barangay Merced had a population of 2,139 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Merced?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Banate is 5010. 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 Merced, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Merced was last updated on 2026-05-30. 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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