Barangay Moraza is a local government unit in Botolan, Zambales, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines. It had a population of 727 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Yangilena Pacis Daria(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Moraza · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Moraza
Situated in Botolan, Zambales, Barangay Moraza is one of 31 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Luzon.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Moraza had a population of 727. This made it the 27th largest of 31 barangays in Botolan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Moraza accounted for approximately 1.03% of the total population of Botolan, which stood at 70,340 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Moraza changed from 453 to 727, a shift of +60.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Botolan. Barangay Moraza is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Botolan is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Moraza, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zambales, which contains 247 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Moraza ranks 229th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zambales is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Moraza is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Botolan 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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Population history of Barangay Moraza from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
501
—
—
2020 CPH
453
-48
-9.6%
2024 POPCEN
727
+274
+60.5%
2015–2020: -9.6% total (-1.99%/yr).2020–2024: +60.5% total (+12.55%/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 Botolan
27thof 31
Among the smaller barangays of Botolan by population.
Share of Botolan
1.0%
of the municipality's total 70,340 residents.
Rank in Zambales
229thof 247
Province-wide percentile: 8.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Botolan (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Moraza
Where is Barangay Moraza located?▾
Barangay Moraza is a barangay in the municipality of Botolan, Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Moraza hall?▾
Barangay Moraza is located in Botolan, Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Moraza?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Moraza is Yangilena Pacis Daria (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Moraza?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Moraza is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Botolan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Moraza part of?▾
Barangay Moraza is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Botolan, Zambales, Philippines.
Is Barangay Moraza urban or rural?▾
Barangay Moraza 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 Botolan?▾
Botolan 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 Moraza.
Has the population of Barangay Moraza been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Moraza went from 453 residents to 727 — a change of +60.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Moraza in?▾
Barangay Moraza is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Zambales, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Botolan.
How many barangays are in Botolan?▾
Botolan has 31 barangays, including Barangay Moraza. You can browse the full list on our Botolan page.
How many residents does Barangay Moraza have?▾
Barangay Moraza had a population of 727 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Moraza?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Botolan is 2202. 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 Moraza, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Moraza 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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