Located in City of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Barangay Mahalang is one of 19 barangays in the City of Himamaylan. It had a population of 5,274 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 Himamaylan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Jenive Rociana Alonzo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Mahalang · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Mahalang
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Mahalang is one of the administrative divisions of City of Himamaylan in Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Mahalang had a population of 5,274. This made it the 11th largest of 19 barangays in City of Himamaylan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Mahalang accounted for approximately 4.50% of the total population of City of Himamaylan, which stood at 117,286 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 5,325 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 5,274 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -1.0%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Mahalang 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 Mahalang, 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 Mahalang ranks 198th 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 Mahalang 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 Mahalang from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,537
—
—
2020 CPH
5,325
+788
+17.4%
2024 POPCEN
5,274
-51
-1.0%
2015–2020: +17.4% total (+3.25%/yr).2020–2024: -1.0% total (-0.24%/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
11thof 19
Among the lower half of City of Himamaylan by population.
Share of City of Himamaylan
4.5%
of the city's total 117,286 residents.
Rank in Negros Occidental
198thof 662
Province-wide percentile: 70.
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 Mahalang
Where is Barangay Mahalang located?▾
Barangay Mahalang is a barangay in the City of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Mahalang hall?▾
Barangay Mahalang 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 Mahalang?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Mahalang is Jenive Rociana Alonzo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Mahalang?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Mahalang 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 Mahalang part of?▾
Barangay Mahalang is one of 19 barangays in the City of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Mahalang urban or rural?▾
Barangay Mahalang 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 Mahalang.
Has the population of Barangay Mahalang been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Mahalang went from 5,325 residents to 5,274 — a change of -1.0% 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 Mahalang in?▾
Barangay Mahalang 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 Mahalang. You can browse the full list on our City of Himamaylan page.
How many residents does Barangay Mahalang have?▾
Barangay Mahalang had a population of 5,274 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Mahalang?▾
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 Mahalang, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Mahalang 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 Mahalang, 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.
