Barangay Sawang is a local government unit in Batuan, Masbate, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 897 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Analyn Gayuso Gonzales(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sawang · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+20.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Sawang from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
743
—
—
2020 CPH
1,006
+263
+35.4%
2024 POPCEN
897
-109
-10.8%
2015–2020: +35.4% total (+6.25%/yr).2020–2024: -10.8% total (-2.83%/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 Batuan
10thof 14
Among the lower half of Batuan by population.
Share of Batuan
5.7%
of the municipality's total 15,614 residents.
Rank in Masbate
399thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 28.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Batuan (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 Sawang
Barangay Sawang forms part of Batuan, a municipality in Masbate, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sawang had a population of 897. This made it the 10th largest of 14 barangays in Batuan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sawang accounted for approximately 5.74% of the total population of Batuan, which stood at 15,614 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Sawang moved from 1,006 residents to 897, an intercensal change of -10.8%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Sawang is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Batuan is a municipality of 14 barangays, of which Barangay Sawang is one. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sawang ranks 399th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate is classified as a 1st 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 Batuan 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 Sawang
Where is Barangay Sawang located?▾
Barangay Sawang is a barangay in the municipality of Batuan, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sawang hall?▾
Barangay Sawang is located in Batuan, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sawang?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Sawang is Analyn Gayuso Gonzales (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Sawang?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Sawang is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Batuan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Sawang part of?▾
Barangay Sawang is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Batuan, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sawang urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sawang 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 Batuan?▾
Batuan 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 Sawang.
Has the population of Barangay Sawang been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sawang went from 1,006 residents to 897 — a change of -10.8% 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 Sawang in?▾
Barangay Sawang is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Batuan.
How many barangays are in Batuan?▾
Batuan has 14 barangays, including Barangay Sawang. You can browse the full list on our Batuan page.
How many residents does Barangay Sawang have?▾
Barangay Sawang had a population of 897 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sawang?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Batuan is 5415. 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 Sawang, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sawang was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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