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Primary PHLPost ZIP for City of Cabanatuan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Felipe Ignacio Ariza JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cruz Roja · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Cruz Roja
Situated in City of Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija, Barangay Cruz Roja is one of 89 barangays that make up the city within Central Luzon.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cruz Roja had a population of 6,755. This made it the 13th largest of 89 barangays in City of Cabanatuan by population, placing it in the upper half of the city. Residents of Barangay Cruz Roja accounted for approximately 1.97% of the total population of City of Cabanatuan, which stood at 343,672 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Cruz Roja moved from 5,354 residents to 6,755, an intercensal change of +26.2%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Cruz Roja is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Cabanatuan is a city comprising 89 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cruz Roja, 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 Cruz Roja ranks 49th 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.
Barangay Cruz Roja 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 Cabanatuan 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 Cruz Roja from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,145
—
—
2020 CPH
5,354
+1,209
+29.2%
2024 POPCEN
6,755
+1,401
+26.2%
2015–2020: +29.2% total (+5.25%/yr).2020–2024: +26.2% total (+5.98%/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 Cabanatuan
13thof 89
Among the top quartile of City of Cabanatuan by population.
Share of City of Cabanatuan
2.0%
of the city's total 343,672 residents.
Rank in Nueva Ecija
49thof 849
Province-wide percentile: 94.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
City of Cabanatuan (city) class
1st
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 Cruz Roja
Where is Barangay Cruz Roja located?▾
Barangay Cruz Roja is a barangay in the City of Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cruz Roja hall?▾
Barangay Cruz Roja is located in City of Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cruz Roja?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cruz Roja is Felipe Ignacio Ariza JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cruz Roja?▾
You can contact Barangay Cruz Roja via phone at 0995348408.
What city is Barangay Cruz Roja part of?▾
Barangay Cruz Roja is one of 89 barangays in the City of Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cruz Roja urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cruz Roja 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 Cabanatuan?▾
City of Cabanatuan is classified as a 1st 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 Cruz Roja.
Has the population of Barangay Cruz Roja been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cruz Roja went from 5,354 residents to 6,755 — a change of +26.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Cruz Roja in?▾
Barangay Cruz Roja 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 89 barangays administered by City of Cabanatuan.
How many barangays are in City of Cabanatuan?▾
City of Cabanatuan has 89 barangays, including Barangay Cruz Roja. You can browse the full list on our City of Cabanatuan page.
How many residents does Barangay Cruz Roja have?▾
Barangay Cruz Roja had a population of 6,755 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cruz Roja?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Cabanatuan is 3100. 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 Cruz Roja, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cruz Roja 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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Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Cruz Roja
Information on Barangay Cruz Roja, City of Cabanatuan 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 2026-05-25.
