Barangay Miguel Macasarte is a barangay in Banisilan, Cotabato, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Banisilan. It had a population of 1,177 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Babylyn B Maghanoy(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Miguel Macasarte · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Miguel Macasarte
Barangay Miguel Macasarte forms part of Banisilan, a municipality in Cotabato, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Miguel Macasarte had a population of 1,177. This made it the 17th largest of 20 barangays in Banisilan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Miguel Macasarte accounted for approximately 2.45% of the total population of Banisilan, which stood at 48,013 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 Miguel Macasarte changed from 1,087 to 1,177, a shift of +8.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Banisilan. Barangay Miguel Macasarte is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Banisilan is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Miguel Macasarte, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Miguel Macasarte ranks 450th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Miguel Macasarte 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 Banisilan 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 Miguel Macasarte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,154
—
—
2020 CPH
1,087
-67
-5.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,177
+90
+8.3%
2015–2020: -5.8% total (-1.19%/yr).2020–2024: +8.3% total (+2.01%/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 Banisilan
17thof 20
Among the smaller barangays of Banisilan by population.
Share of Banisilan
2.5%
of the municipality's total 48,013 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
450thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 17.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Banisilan (municipality) class
2nd
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 Miguel Macasarte
Where is Barangay Miguel Macasarte located?▾
Barangay Miguel Macasarte is a barangay in the municipality of Banisilan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Miguel Macasarte hall?▾
Barangay Miguel Macasarte is located in Banisilan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Miguel Macasarte?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Miguel Macasarte is Babylyn B Maghanoy (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Miguel Macasarte?▾
You can contact Barangay Miguel Macasarte via phone at 09685670358.
What municipality is Barangay Miguel Macasarte part of?▾
Barangay Miguel Macasarte is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Banisilan, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Miguel Macasarte urban or rural?▾
Barangay Miguel Macasarte 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 Banisilan?▾
Banisilan is classified as a 2nd 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 Miguel Macasarte.
Has the population of Barangay Miguel Macasarte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Miguel Macasarte went from 1,087 residents to 1,177 — a change of +8.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Miguel Macasarte in?▾
Barangay Miguel Macasarte is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Banisilan.
How many barangays are in Banisilan?▾
Banisilan has 20 barangays, including Barangay Miguel Macasarte. You can browse the full list on our Banisilan page.
How many residents does Barangay Miguel Macasarte have?▾
Barangay Miguel Macasarte had a population of 1,177 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Miguel Macasarte?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Banisilan is 9416. 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 Miguel Macasarte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Miguel Macasarte 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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