Barangay Makiling is a barangay in City of Sagay, Negros Occidental, under the jurisdiction of the City of Sagay. It had a population of 4,957 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Miraluna Camelote Diotay(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Makiling · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Makiling
Barangay Makiling forms part of City of Sagay, a city in Negros Occidental, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Makiling had a population of 4,957. This made it the 13th largest of 25 barangays in City of Sagay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Makiling accounted for approximately 3.25% of the total population of City of Sagay, which stood at 152,543 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 4,673 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 4,957 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +6.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Makiling is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Sagay is a city comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Makiling, 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 Makiling ranks 221st 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.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Sagay 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 Makiling from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,593
—
—
2020 CPH
4,673
+80
+1.7%
2024 POPCEN
4,957
+284
+6.1%
2015–2020: +1.7% total (+0.35%/yr).2020–2024: +6.1% total (+1.49%/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 Sagay
13thof 25
Among the upper half of City of Sagay by population.
Share of City of Sagay
3.2%
of the city's total 152,543 residents.
Rank in Negros Occidental
221stof 662
Province-wide percentile: 67.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Sagay (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 Makiling
Where is Barangay Makiling located?▾
Barangay Makiling is a barangay in the City of Sagay, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Makiling hall?▾
Barangay Makiling is located in City of Sagay, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Makiling?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Makiling is Miraluna Camelote Diotay (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Makiling?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Makiling is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Sagay LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Makiling part of?▾
Barangay Makiling is one of 25 barangays in the City of Sagay, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Makiling urban or rural?▾
Barangay Makiling 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 Sagay?▾
City of Sagay 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 Makiling.
Has the population of Barangay Makiling been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Makiling went from 4,673 residents to 4,957 — a change of +6.1% 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 Makiling in?▾
Barangay Makiling 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 25 barangays administered by City of Sagay.
How many barangays are in City of Sagay?▾
City of Sagay has 25 barangays, including Barangay Makiling. You can browse the full list on our City of Sagay page.
How many residents does Barangay Makiling have?▾
Barangay Makiling had a population of 4,957 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Makiling?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Sagay is 6122. 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 Makiling, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Makiling was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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