Barangay Marangas (Pob.)

Barangay Marangas (Pob.) forms part of Bataraza, a municipality in Palawan, and is classified as a large barangay.

According to the 2020 Philippine census, Barangay Marangas (Pob.) had a population of 9,062. This made it the 2nd largest of 22 barangays in Bataraza by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Marangas (Pob.) accounted for approximately 10.61% of the total population of Bataraza, which stood at 85,439 in the same census year.

Census comparisons between 2015 and 2020 show Barangay Marangas (Pob.) moving from 8,183 residents to 9,062 residents, an intercensal change of +10.7%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Marangas (Pob.) is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.

Bataraza is a municipality comprising 22 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Marangas (Pob.), 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 Marangas (Pob.) ranks 8th by 2020 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 Marangas (Pob.) 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.