Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is a local government unit in Caibiran, Biliran, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 865 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rodolfo Veruen Ramirez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palanay (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Palanay (Pob.)
Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is a small barangay in the municipality of Caibiran, located in the province of Biliran, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Palanay (Pob.) had a population of 865. This made it the 12th largest of 17 barangays in Caibiran by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palanay (Pob.) accounted for approximately 3.54% of the total population of Caibiran, which stood at 24,444 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 Palanay (Pob.) changed from 1,023 to 865, a shift of -15.4% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Caibiran. Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Caibiran is a municipality comprising 17 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Palanay (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Biliran, which contains 132 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Palanay (Pob.) ranks 83rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Biliran is classified as a 4th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Palanay (Pob.) 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 Caibiran 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 Palanay (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,089
—
—
2020 CPH
1,023
-66
-6.1%
2024 POPCEN
865
-158
-15.4%
2015–2020: -6.1% total (-1.24%/yr).2020–2024: -15.4% total (-4.11%/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 Caibiran
12thof 17
Among the lower half of Caibiran by population.
Share of Caibiran
3.5%
of the municipality's total 24,444 residents.
Rank in Biliran
83rdof 132
Province-wide percentile: 38.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Caibiran (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 Palanay (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Palanay (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Caibiran, Biliran, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palanay (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is located in Caibiran, Biliran, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Palanay (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is Rodolfo Veruen Ramirez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Palanay (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Caibiran LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Palanay (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Caibiran, Biliran, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palanay (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palanay (Pob.) 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 Caibiran?▾
Caibiran 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 Palanay (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Palanay (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palanay (Pob.) went from 1,023 residents to 865 — a change of -15.4% 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 Palanay (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Palanay (Pob.) is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Biliran, and is one of 17 barangays administered by Caibiran.
How many barangays are in Caibiran?▾
Caibiran has 17 barangays, including Barangay Palanay (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Caibiran page.
How many residents does Barangay Palanay (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Palanay (Pob.) had a population of 865 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palanay (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Caibiran is 6548. 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 Palanay (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palanay (Pob.) 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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