Located in City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is one of 43 barangays in the City of Batac. It had a population of 660 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Salvador Santos Paragas JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.)
Situated in City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is one of 43 barangays that make up the city within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) had a population of 660. This made it the 37th largest of 43 barangays in City of Batac by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) accounted for approximately 1.16% of the total population of City of Batac, which stood at 56,781 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 714 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 660 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -7.6%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Batac is a city comprising 43 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Norte, which contains 559 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) ranks 432nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Norte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) 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 City of Batac 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 Ben-agan (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
659
—
—
2020 CPH
714
+55
+8.3%
2024 POPCEN
660
-54
-7.6%
2015–2020: +8.3% total (+1.62%/yr).2020–2024: -7.6% total (-1.95%/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 Batac
37thof 43
Among the smaller barangays of City of Batac by population.
Share of City of Batac
1.2%
of the city's total 56,781 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Norte
432ndof 559
Province-wide percentile: 23.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Batac (city) class
5th
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 Ben-agan (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is a barangay in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is located in City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is Salvador Santos Paragas JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Batac LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is one of 43 barangays in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) 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 City of Batac?▾
City of Batac is classified as a 5th 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 Ben-agan (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) went from 714 residents to 660 — a change of -7.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Norte, and is one of 43 barangays administered by City of Batac.
How many barangays are in City of Batac?▾
City of Batac has 43 barangays, including Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our City of Batac page.
How many residents does Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) had a population of 660 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Batac is 2906. 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 Ben-agan (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ben-agan (Pob.) 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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