Located in Barlig, Mountain Province, Barangay Macalana is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Barlig. It had a population of 247 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Fredo Losaona Chinao-el(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Macalana · Data updated 2026-06-15
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-11.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Macalana from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
278
—
—
2020 CPH
273
-5
-1.8%
2024 POPCEN
247
-26
-9.5%
2015–2020: -1.8% total (-0.36%/yr).2020–2024: -9.5% total (-2.47%/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 Barlig
11thof 11
Among the smaller barangays of Barlig by population.
Share of Barlig
5.7%
of the municipality's total 4,363 residents.
Rank in Mountain Province
137thof 144
Province-wide percentile: 6.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Barlig (municipality) class
5th
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 Macalana
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Macalana is one of the administrative divisions of Barlig in Mountain Province, CAR, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Macalana had a population of 247. This made it the 11th largest of 11 barangays in Barlig by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Macalana accounted for approximately 5.66% of the total population of Barlig, which stood at 4,363 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Macalana moved from 273 residents to 247, an intercensal change of -9.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Macalana is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Barlig is a municipality of 11 barangays, of which Barangay Macalana is one. Within the wider province of Mountain Province, which contains 144 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Macalana ranks 137th by 2024 POPCEN population. Mountain Province is classified as a 4th 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 Barlig 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Macalana
Where is Barangay Macalana located?▾
Barangay Macalana is a barangay in the municipality of Barlig, Mountain Province, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Macalana hall?▾
Barangay Macalana is located in Barlig, Mountain Province, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Macalana?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Macalana is Fredo Losaona Chinao-el (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Macalana?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Macalana is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Barlig LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Macalana part of?▾
Barangay Macalana is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Barlig, Mountain Province, Philippines.
Is Barangay Macalana urban or rural?▾
Barangay Macalana 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 Barlig?▾
Barlig is classified as a 5th 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 Macalana.
Has the population of Barangay Macalana been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Macalana went from 273 residents to 247 — a change of -9.5% 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 Macalana in?▾
Barangay Macalana is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Mountain Province, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Barlig.
How many barangays are in Barlig?▾
Barlig has 11 barangays, including Barangay Macalana. You can browse the full list on our Barlig page.
How many residents does Barangay Macalana have?▾
Barangay Macalana had a population of 247 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Macalana?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Barlig is 2623. 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 Macalana, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Macalana was last updated on 2026-06-15. 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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