Barangay Owak is a barangay in Calinog, Iloilo, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Calinog. It had a population of 693 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Hermenita Cano Sionosa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Owak · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+8.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Owak from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
637
—
—
2020 CPH
682
+45
+7.1%
2024 POPCEN
693
+11
+1.6%
2015–2020: +7.1% total (+1.37%/yr).2020–2024: +1.6% total (+0.40%/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 Calinog
42ndof 59
Among the lower half of Calinog by population.
Share of Calinog
1.1%
of the municipality's total 63,896 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1214thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 36.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Calinog (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.
About Barangay Owak
Barangay Owak is a small barangay in the municipality of Calinog, located in the province of Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Owak had a population of 693. This made it the 42nd largest of 59 barangays in Calinog by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Owak accounted for approximately 1.08% of the total population of Calinog, which stood at 63,896 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 Owak changed from 682 to 693, a shift of +1.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Calinog. Barangay Owak is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Calinog is a municipality of 59 barangays, of which Barangay Owak is one. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Owak ranks 1214th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Calinog 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 Owak
Where is Barangay Owak located?▾
Barangay Owak is a barangay in the municipality of Calinog, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Owak hall?▾
Barangay Owak is located in Calinog, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Owak?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Owak is Hermenita Cano Sionosa (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Owak?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Owak is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Calinog LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Owak part of?▾
Barangay Owak is one of 59 barangays in the municipality of Calinog, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Owak urban or rural?▾
Barangay Owak 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 Calinog?▾
Calinog 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 Owak.
Has the population of Barangay Owak been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Owak went from 682 residents to 693 — a change of +1.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Owak in?▾
Barangay Owak is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 59 barangays administered by Calinog.
How many barangays are in Calinog?▾
Calinog has 59 barangays, including Barangay Owak. You can browse the full list on our Calinog page.
How many residents does Barangay Owak have?▾
Barangay Owak had a population of 693 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Owak?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Calinog is 5040. 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 Owak, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Owak 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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