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Punong Barangay
Liberato Talledo Bernese(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pakiling · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Pakiling
Situated in Bucay, Abra, Barangay Pakiling is one of 21 barangays that make up the municipality within CAR.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Pakiling had a population of 782. This made it the 13th largest of 21 barangays in Bucay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pakiling accounted for approximately 4.40% of the total population of Bucay, which stood at 17,775 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 Pakiling changed from 799 to 782, a shift of -2.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Bucay. Barangay Pakiling is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bucay is a municipality comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Pakiling, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Abra, which contains 303 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Pakiling ranks 127th by 2024 POPCEN population. Abra is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Pakiling 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 Bucay 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 Pakiling from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
809
—
—
2020 CPH
799
-10
-1.2%
2024 POPCEN
782
-17
-2.1%
2015–2020: -1.2% total (-0.25%/yr).2020–2024: -2.1% total (-0.54%/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 Bucay
13thof 21
Among the lower half of Bucay by population.
Share of Bucay
4.4%
of the municipality's total 17,775 residents.
Rank in Abra
127thof 303
Province-wide percentile: 58.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Bucay (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Pakiling
Where is Barangay Pakiling located?▾
Barangay Pakiling is a barangay in the municipality of Bucay, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pakiling hall?▾
Barangay Pakiling is located in Bucay, Abra, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Pakiling?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Pakiling is Liberato Talledo Bernese (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Pakiling?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Pakiling is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Bucay LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Pakiling part of?▾
Barangay Pakiling is one of 21 barangays in the municipality of Bucay, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pakiling urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pakiling 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 Bucay?▾
Bucay 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 Pakiling.
Has the population of Barangay Pakiling been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pakiling went from 799 residents to 782 — a change of -2.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Pakiling in?▾
Barangay Pakiling is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Abra, and is one of 21 barangays administered by Bucay.
How many barangays are in Bucay?▾
Bucay has 21 barangays, including Barangay Pakiling. You can browse the full list on our Bucay page.
How many residents does Barangay Pakiling have?▾
Barangay Pakiling had a population of 782 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pakiling?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bucay is 2805. 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 Pakiling, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pakiling was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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