Situated in the municipality of Bangued, Abra, Barangay Lipcan is one of the administrative divisions of CAR. It had a population of 1,881 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Junine Millare Acosta(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lipcan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Lipcan
Barangay Lipcan is a small barangay in the municipality of Bangued, located in the province of Abra, in the CAR region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lipcan had a population of 1,881. This made it the 10th largest of 31 barangays in Bangued by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lipcan accounted for approximately 3.89% of the total population of Bangued, which stood at 48,331 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,152 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,881 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -12.6%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Lipcan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Bangued is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lipcan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Abra, which contains 303 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lipcan ranks 15th by 2024 POPCEN population. Abra is classified as a 3rd 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 Bangued 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 Lipcan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,975
—
—
2020 CPH
2,152
+177
+9.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,881
-271
-12.6%
2015–2020: +9.0% total (+1.73%/yr).2020–2024: -12.6% total (-3.31%/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 Bangued
10thof 31
Among the upper half of Bangued by population.
Share of Bangued
3.9%
of the municipality's total 48,331 residents.
Rank in Abra
15thof 303
Province-wide percentile: 95.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Bangued (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 Lipcan
Where is Barangay Lipcan located?▾
Barangay Lipcan is a barangay in the municipality of Bangued, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lipcan hall?▾
Barangay Lipcan is located in Bangued, Abra, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lipcan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lipcan is Junine Millare Acosta (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lipcan?▾
You can contact Barangay Lipcan via phone at 09171603479.
What municipality is Barangay Lipcan part of?▾
Barangay Lipcan is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Bangued, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lipcan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lipcan 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 Bangued?▾
Bangued 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 Lipcan.
Has the population of Barangay Lipcan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lipcan went from 2,152 residents to 1,881 — a change of -12.6% 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 Lipcan in?▾
Barangay Lipcan is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Abra, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Bangued.
How many barangays are in Bangued?▾
Bangued has 31 barangays, including Barangay Lipcan. You can browse the full list on our Bangued page.
How many residents does Barangay Lipcan have?▾
Barangay Lipcan had a population of 1,881 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lipcan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bangued is 2800. 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 Lipcan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lipcan 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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