Barangay General Prim East is a local government unit in Bangar, La Union, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 927 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Christian Martinez Verganio(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay General Prim East · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+6.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay General Prim East from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
868
—
—
2020 CPH
933
+65
+7.5%
2024 POPCEN
927
-6
-0.6%
2015–2020: +7.5% total (+1.45%/yr).2020–2024: -0.6% total (-0.16%/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 Bangar
25thof 33
Among the lower half of Bangar by population.
Share of Bangar
2.4%
of the municipality's total 38,190 residents.
Rank in La Union
384thof 576
Province-wide percentile: 34.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Bangar (municipality) class
3rd
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.
About Barangay General Prim East
Barangay General Prim East is a small barangay in the municipality of Bangar, located in the province of La Union, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay General Prim East had a population of 927. This made it the 25th largest of 33 barangays in Bangar by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay General Prim East accounted for approximately 2.43% of the total population of Bangar, which stood at 38,190 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 General Prim East changed from 933 to 927, a shift of -0.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Bangar. Barangay General Prim East is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bangar is a municipality of 33 barangays, of which Barangay General Prim East is one. Within the wider province of La Union, which contains 576 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay General Prim East ranks 384th by 2024 POPCEN population. La Union is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Bangar 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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What you can request at Barangay General Prim East
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay General Prim East in Bangar 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 General Prim East
Where is Barangay General Prim East located?▾
Barangay General Prim East is a barangay in the municipality of Bangar, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay General Prim East hall?▾
Barangay General Prim East is located in Bangar, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay General Prim East?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay General Prim East is Christian Martinez Verganio (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay General Prim East?▾
You can contact Barangay General Prim East via phone at 0726091207.
What municipality is Barangay General Prim East part of?▾
Barangay General Prim East is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Bangar, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay General Prim East urban or rural?▾
Barangay General Prim East 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 Bangar?▾
Bangar is classified as a 3rd 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 General Prim East.
Has the population of Barangay General Prim East been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay General Prim East went from 933 residents to 927 — a change of -0.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay General Prim East in?▾
Barangay General Prim East is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of La Union, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Bangar.
How many barangays are in Bangar?▾
Bangar has 33 barangays, including Barangay General Prim East. You can browse the full list on our Bangar page.
How many residents does Barangay General Prim East have?▾
Barangay General Prim East had a population of 927 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay General Prim East?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bangar is 2519. 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 General Prim East, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay General Prim East was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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