Barangay Puncan is a barangay in Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Carranglan. It had a population of 5,070 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Carranglan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Renato Alsaybar Venturina(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Puncan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Puncan
Barangay Puncan is a large barangay in the municipality of Carranglan, located in the province of Nueva Ecija, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Puncan had a population of 5,070. This made it the 2nd largest of 17 barangays in Carranglan by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Puncan accounted for approximately 11.60% of the total population of Carranglan, which stood at 43,694 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Puncan moved from 5,001 residents to 5,070, an intercensal change of +1.4%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Puncan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Carranglan is a municipality comprising 17 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Puncan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Nueva Ecija, which contains 849 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Puncan ranks 114th by 2024 POPCEN population. Nueva Ecija is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Puncan 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 Carranglan 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 Puncan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,766
—
—
2020 CPH
5,001
+235
+4.9%
2024 POPCEN
5,070
+69
+1.4%
2015–2020: +4.9% total (+0.97%/yr).2020–2024: +1.4% total (+0.34%/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 Carranglan
2ndof 17
Among the top 10% of Carranglan by population.
Share of Carranglan
11.6%
of the municipality's total 43,694 residents.
Rank in Nueva Ecija
114thof 849
Province-wide percentile: 87.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Carranglan (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Puncan in Carranglan during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Puncan
Where is Barangay Puncan located?▾
Barangay Puncan is a barangay in the municipality of Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Puncan hall?▾
Barangay Puncan is located in Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Puncan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Puncan is Renato Alsaybar Venturina (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Puncan?▾
You can contact Barangay Puncan via phone at 09156303143.
What municipality is Barangay Puncan part of?▾
Barangay Puncan is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines.
Is Barangay Puncan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Puncan is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Carranglan?▾
Carranglan 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 Puncan.
Has the population of Barangay Puncan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Puncan went from 5,001 residents to 5,070 — a change of +1.4% 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 Puncan in?▾
Barangay Puncan is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Nueva Ecija, and is one of 17 barangays administered by Carranglan.
How many barangays are in Carranglan?▾
Carranglan has 17 barangays, including Barangay Puncan. You can browse the full list on our Carranglan page.
How many residents does Barangay Puncan have?▾
Barangay Puncan had a population of 5,070 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Puncan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Carranglan is 3123. 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 Puncan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Puncan was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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