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Punong Barangay
Ariel Tanacio Cualan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pilipil · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Pilipil
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Pilipil is one of the administrative divisions of Cervantes in Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Pilipil had a population of 509. This made it the 13th largest of 13 barangays in Cervantes by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pilipil accounted for approximately 2.54% of the total population of Cervantes, which stood at 20,065 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 493 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 509 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +3.2%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Pilipil is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Cervantes is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Pilipil, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Pilipil ranks 574th by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Pilipil 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 Cervantes 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 Pilipil from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
406
—
—
2020 CPH
493
+87
+21.4%
2024 POPCEN
509
+16
+3.2%
2015–2020: +21.4% total (+3.96%/yr).2020–2024: +3.2% total (+0.80%/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 Cervantes
13thof 13
Among the smaller barangays of Cervantes by population.
Share of Cervantes
2.5%
of the municipality's total 20,065 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
574thof 768
Province-wide percentile: 25.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Cervantes (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 Pilipil
Where is Barangay Pilipil located?▾
Barangay Pilipil is a barangay in the municipality of Cervantes, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pilipil hall?▾
Barangay Pilipil is located in Cervantes, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Pilipil?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Pilipil is Ariel Tanacio Cualan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Pilipil?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Pilipil is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Cervantes LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Pilipil part of?▾
Barangay Pilipil is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Cervantes, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pilipil urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pilipil 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 Cervantes?▾
Cervantes 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 Pilipil.
Has the population of Barangay Pilipil been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pilipil went from 493 residents to 509 — a change of +3.2% 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 Pilipil in?▾
Barangay Pilipil is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Sur, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Cervantes.
How many barangays are in Cervantes?▾
Cervantes has 13 barangays, including Barangay Pilipil. You can browse the full list on our Cervantes page.
How many residents does Barangay Pilipil have?▾
Barangay Pilipil had a population of 509 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pilipil?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Cervantes is 2718. 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 Pilipil, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pilipil 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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