Barangay Liyang is a local government unit in City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,130 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 Dapitan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Jonathan Ala-al Redillas(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Liyang · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Liyang
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Liyang is one of the administrative divisions of City of Dapitan in Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Liyang had a population of 1,130. This made it the 36th largest of 50 barangays in City of Dapitan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Liyang accounted for approximately 1.29% of the total population of City of Dapitan, which stood at 87,699 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Liyang moved from 877 residents to 1,130, an intercensal change of +28.8%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Liyang is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Dapitan is a city comprising 50 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Liyang, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Liyang ranks 350th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte 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 Liyang 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 Dapitan 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 Liyang from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,122
—
—
2020 CPH
877
-245
-21.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,130
+253
+28.8%
2015–2020: -21.8% total (-4.81%/yr).2020–2024: +28.8% total (+6.54%/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 Dapitan
36thof 50
Among the lower half of City of Dapitan by population.
Share of City of Dapitan
1.3%
of the city's total 87,699 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
350thof 691
Province-wide percentile: 49.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Dapitan (city) class
3rd
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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Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Liyang
Where is Barangay Liyang located?▾
Barangay Liyang is a barangay in the City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Liyang hall?▾
Barangay Liyang is located in City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Liyang?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Liyang is Jonathan Ala-al Redillas (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Liyang?▾
You can contact Barangay Liyang via phone at 09103855090.
What city is Barangay Liyang part of?▾
Barangay Liyang is one of 50 barangays in the City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Liyang urban or rural?▾
Barangay Liyang 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 Dapitan?▾
City of Dapitan is classified as a 3rd 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 Liyang.
Has the population of Barangay Liyang been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Liyang went from 877 residents to 1,130 — a change of +28.8% 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 Liyang in?▾
Barangay Liyang is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 50 barangays administered by City of Dapitan.
How many barangays are in City of Dapitan?▾
City of Dapitan has 50 barangays, including Barangay Liyang. You can browse the full list on our City of Dapitan page.
How many residents does Barangay Liyang have?▾
Barangay Liyang had a population of 1,130 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Liyang?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Dapitan is 7101. 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 Liyang, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Liyang was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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