Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Bataraza. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Roseville Cabitac Ramos(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Iwahig · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Iwahig
Barangay Iwahig forms part of Bataraza, a municipality in Palawan, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Iwahig had a population of 2,074. This made it the 14th largest of 22 barangays in Bataraza by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Iwahig accounted for approximately 2.37% of the total population of Bataraza, which stood at 87,384 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
Read more about Barangay IwahigShow less
Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Iwahig moved from 2,372 residents to 2,074, an intercensal change of -12.6%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Iwahig is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bataraza is a municipality comprising 22 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Iwahig, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Palawan, which contains 433 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Iwahig ranks 202nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Palawan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Iwahig 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 Bataraza 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.
An AI-powered Civil Service Exam reviewer for Filipino candidates. Practice questions across all CSE topics, a full 170-item mock exam (professional + subprofessional), an AI Tutor that explains concepts step by step in English or Filipino, plus a Document Analyzer for your study notes and 65 Smart Flashcards.
Population history of Barangay Iwahig from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,064
—
—
2020 CPH
2,372
+308
+14.9%
2024 POPCEN
2,074
-298
-12.6%
2015–2020: +14.9% total (+2.82%/yr).2020–2024: -12.6% total (-3.30%/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 Bataraza
14thof 22
Among the lower half of Bataraza by population.
Share of Bataraza
2.4%
of the municipality's total 87,384 residents.
Rank in Palawan
202ndof 433
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Bataraza (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Iwahig in Bataraza 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
Verified April 2026. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 first.
Notice a hotline change? Report it so we can update this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Iwahig
Where is Barangay Iwahig located?▾
Barangay Iwahig is a barangay in the municipality of Bataraza, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Iwahig hall?▾
Barangay Iwahig is located in Bataraza, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Iwahig?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Iwahig is Roseville Cabitac Ramos (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Iwahig?▾
You can contact Barangay Iwahig via phone at 0965-915-7101.
What municipality is Barangay Iwahig part of?▾
Barangay Iwahig is one of 22 barangays in the municipality of Bataraza, Palawan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Iwahig urban or rural?▾
Barangay Iwahig 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 Bataraza?▾
Bataraza 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 Iwahig.
Has the population of Barangay Iwahig been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Iwahig went from 2,372 residents to 2,074 — 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 Iwahig in?▾
Barangay Iwahig is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Palawan, and is one of 22 barangays administered by Bataraza.
How many barangays are in Bataraza?▾
Bataraza has 22 barangays, including Barangay Iwahig. You can browse the full list on our Bataraza page.
How many residents does Barangay Iwahig have?▾
Barangay Iwahig had a population of 2,074 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Iwahig?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bataraza is 5306. 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 Iwahig, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Iwahig was last updated on 2026-05-25. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
Looking for general barangay-services questions — barangay clearance, cedula, BSKE 2026, or emergency hotlines? See our barangay services guides.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-25.
