Situated in the municipality of Casiguran, Sorsogon, Barangay Rizal is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 1,337 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Wilfredo Balunso Valencia(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Rizal · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Rizal
Barangay Rizal forms part of Casiguran, a municipality in Sorsogon, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Rizal had a population of 1,337. This made it the 15th largest of 25 barangays in Casiguran by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Rizal accounted for approximately 3.67% of the total population of Casiguran, which stood at 36,464 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Rizal moved from 1,274 residents to 1,337, an intercensal change of +4.9%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Rizal is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Casiguran is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Rizal, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Rizal ranks 236th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Rizal 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 Casiguran 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 Rizal from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,244
—
—
2020 CPH
1,274
+30
+2.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,337
+63
+4.9%
2015–2020: +2.4% total (+0.48%/yr).2020–2024: +4.9% total (+1.21%/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 Casiguran
15thof 25
Among the lower half of Casiguran by population.
Share of Casiguran
3.7%
of the municipality's total 36,464 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
236thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 57.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Casiguran (municipality) class
4th
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 Rizal
Where is Barangay Rizal located?▾
Barangay Rizal is a barangay in the municipality of Casiguran, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Rizal hall?▾
Barangay Rizal is located in Casiguran, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Rizal?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Rizal is Wilfredo Balunso Valencia (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Rizal?▾
You can contact Barangay Rizal via phone at 09127407752.
What municipality is Barangay Rizal part of?▾
Barangay Rizal is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Casiguran, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Rizal urban or rural?▾
Barangay Rizal 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 Casiguran?▾
Casiguran is classified as a 4th 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 Rizal.
Has the population of Barangay Rizal been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Rizal went from 1,274 residents to 1,337 — a change of +4.9% 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 Rizal in?▾
Barangay Rizal is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Casiguran.
How many barangays are in Casiguran?▾
Casiguran has 25 barangays, including Barangay Rizal. You can browse the full list on our Casiguran page.
How many residents does Barangay Rizal have?▾
Barangay Rizal had a population of 1,337 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Rizal?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Casiguran is 4702. 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 Rizal, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Rizal 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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