Located in City of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Barangay Aguisan is one of 19 barangays in the City of Himamaylan. It had a population of 11,678 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Benjie Tacuyan Tan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Aguisan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Aguisan
Situated in City of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Barangay Aguisan is one of 19 barangays that make up the city within Negros Island Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Aguisan had a population of 11,678. This made it the 2nd largest of 19 barangays in City of Himamaylan by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Aguisan accounted for approximately 9.96% of the total population of City of Himamaylan, which stood at 117,286 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 Aguisan changed from 11,882 to 11,678, a shift of -1.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in City of Himamaylan. Barangay Aguisan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Himamaylan is a city comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Aguisan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Occidental, which contains 662 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Aguisan ranks 45th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Occidental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Aguisan 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 Himamaylan 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 Aguisan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
11,332
—
—
2020 CPH
11,882
+550
+4.9%
2024 POPCEN
11,678
-204
-1.7%
2015–2020: +4.9% total (+0.95%/yr).2020–2024: -1.7% total (-0.43%/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 Himamaylan
2ndof 19
Among the top 10% of City of Himamaylan by population.
Share of City of Himamaylan
10.0%
of the city's total 117,286 residents.
Rank in Negros Occidental
45thof 662
Province-wide percentile: 93.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Himamaylan (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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Aguisan
Where is Barangay Aguisan located?▾
Barangay Aguisan is a barangay in the City of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Aguisan hall?▾
Barangay Aguisan is located in City of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Aguisan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Aguisan is Benjie Tacuyan Tan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Aguisan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Aguisan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Himamaylan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Aguisan part of?▾
Barangay Aguisan is one of 19 barangays in the City of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Aguisan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Aguisan 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 Himamaylan?▾
City of Himamaylan 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 Aguisan.
Has the population of Barangay Aguisan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Aguisan went from 11,882 residents to 11,678 — a change of -1.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Aguisan in?▾
Barangay Aguisan is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Occidental, and is one of 19 barangays administered by City of Himamaylan.
How many barangays are in City of Himamaylan?▾
City of Himamaylan has 19 barangays, including Barangay Aguisan. You can browse the full list on our City of Himamaylan page.
How many residents does Barangay Aguisan have?▾
Barangay Aguisan had a population of 11,678 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Aguisan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Himamaylan is 6108. 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 Aguisan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Aguisan 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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Information on Barangay Aguisan, City of Himamaylan 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.
