Situated in the municipality of Barira, Maguindanao del Norte, Barangay Lipawan is one of the administrative divisions of BARMM. It had a population of 3,960 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Barira. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Omar Dagalangit Mangutara(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lipawan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Lipawan
Barangay Lipawan forms part of Barira, a municipality in Maguindanao del Norte, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lipawan had a population of 3,960. This made it the 4th largest of 14 barangays in Barira by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lipawan accounted for approximately 9.15% of the total population of Barira, which stood at 43,301 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Lipawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Barira is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lipawan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Maguindanao del Norte, which contains 258 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lipawan ranks 84th by 2024 POPCEN population.
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 Barira 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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Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Lipawan in Barira 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 Lipawan
Where is Barangay Lipawan located?▾
Barangay Lipawan is a barangay in the municipality of Barira, Maguindanao del Norte, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lipawan hall?▾
Barangay Lipawan is located in Barira, Maguindanao del Norte, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lipawan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lipawan is Omar Dagalangit Mangutara (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lipawan?▾
You can contact Barangay Lipawan via phone at 09355974840.
What municipality is Barangay Lipawan part of?▾
Barangay Lipawan is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Barira, Maguindanao del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lipawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lipawan 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 region of the Philippines is Barangay Lipawan in?▾
Barangay Lipawan is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Maguindanao del Norte, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Barira.
How many barangays are in Barira?▾
Barira has 14 barangays, including Barangay Lipawan. You can browse the full list on our Barira page.
How many residents does Barangay Lipawan have?▾
Barangay Lipawan had a population of 3,960 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lipawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Barira is 9614. 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 Lipawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lipawan 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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Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
