Barangay Ayudante is a barangay in City of Candon, Ilocos Sur, under the jurisdiction of the City of Candon. It had a population of 1,122 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for City of Candon. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Julito Mataganas Catadman(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ayudante · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Ayudante
Barangay Ayudante forms part of City of Candon, a city in Ilocos Sur, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ayudante had a population of 1,122. This made it the 26th largest of 42 barangays in City of Candon by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Ayudante accounted for approximately 1.83% of the total population of City of Candon, which stood at 61,315 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Ayudante changed from 1,123 to 1,122, a shift of -0.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in City of Candon. Barangay Ayudante is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Candon is a city comprising 42 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ayudante, 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 Ayudante ranks 201st 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Ayudante is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Candon 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 Ayudante from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
952
—
—
2020 CPH
1,123
+171
+18.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,122
-1
-0.1%
2015–2020: +18.0% total (+3.36%/yr).2020–2024: -0.1% total (-0.02%/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 Candon
26thof 42
Among the lower half of City of Candon by population.
Share of City of Candon
1.8%
of the city's total 61,315 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
201stof 768
Province-wide percentile: 74.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
City of Candon (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 Ayudante
Where is Barangay Ayudante located?▾
Barangay Ayudante is a barangay in the City of Candon, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ayudante hall?▾
Barangay Ayudante is located in City of Candon, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ayudante?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ayudante is Julito Mataganas Catadman (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ayudante?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Ayudante is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Candon LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Ayudante part of?▾
Barangay Ayudante is one of 42 barangays in the City of Candon, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ayudante urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ayudante 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 Candon?▾
City of Candon 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 Ayudante.
Has the population of Barangay Ayudante been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ayudante went from 1,123 residents to 1,122 — a change of -0.1% 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 Ayudante in?▾
Barangay Ayudante 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 42 barangays administered by City of Candon.
How many barangays are in City of Candon?▾
City of Candon has 42 barangays, including Barangay Ayudante. You can browse the full list on our City of Candon page.
How many residents does Barangay Ayudante have?▾
Barangay Ayudante had a population of 1,122 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ayudante?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Candon is 2710. 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 Ayudante, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ayudante 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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