Situated in the City of Balanga, Bataan, Barangay Bagong Silang is one of the administrative divisions of Central Luzon. It had a population of 6,341 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Emma Javier Austria(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bagong Silang · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bagong Silang
Barangay Bagong Silang is a large barangay in the City of Balanga, located in the province of Bataan, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bagong Silang had a population of 6,341. This made it the 7th largest of 25 barangays in City of Balanga by population, placing it in the upper half of the city. Residents of Barangay Bagong Silang accounted for approximately 5.77% of the total population of City of Balanga, which stood at 109,931 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bagong Silang moved from 6,388 residents to 6,341, an intercensal change of -0.7%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Bagong Silang is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Balanga is a city comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bagong Silang, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bataan, which contains 237 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bagong Silang ranks 42nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Bataan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 City of Balanga 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 Bagong Silang from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
5,472
—
—
2020 CPH
6,388
+916
+16.7%
2024 POPCEN
6,341
-47
-0.7%
2015–2020: +16.7% total (+3.14%/yr).2020–2024: -0.7% total (-0.18%/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 City of Balanga
7thof 25
Among the top quartile of City of Balanga by population.
Share of City of Balanga
5.8%
of the city's total 109,931 residents.
Rank in Bataan
42ndof 237
Province-wide percentile: 83.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Balanga (city) class
4th
Parent city 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 Bagong Silang
Where is Barangay Bagong Silang located?▾
Barangay Bagong Silang is a barangay in the City of Balanga, Bataan, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bagong Silang hall?▾
Barangay Bagong Silang is located in City of Balanga, Bataan, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bagong Silang?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bagong Silang is Emma Javier Austria (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bagong Silang?▾
You can contact Barangay Bagong Silang via phone at 9350003.
What city is Barangay Bagong Silang part of?▾
Barangay Bagong Silang is one of 25 barangays in the City of Balanga, Bataan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bagong Silang urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bagong Silang 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 city.
What is the income classification of City of Balanga?▾
City of Balanga is classified as a 4th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the city'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 Bagong Silang.
Has the population of Barangay Bagong Silang been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bagong Silang went from 6,388 residents to 6,341 — a change of -0.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bagong Silang in?▾
Barangay Bagong Silang is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Bataan, and is one of 25 barangays administered by City of Balanga.
How many barangays are in City of Balanga?▾
City of Balanga has 25 barangays, including Barangay Bagong Silang. You can browse the full list on our City of Balanga page.
How many residents does Barangay Bagong Silang have?▾
Barangay Bagong Silang had a population of 6,341 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bagong Silang?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Balanga is 2100. 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 Bagong Silang, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bagong Silang 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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Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Bagong Silang
Information on Barangay Bagong Silang, City of Balanga is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
