Situated in the City of San Fernando, La Union, Barangay Tanquigan is one of the administrative divisions of Ilocos Region. It had a population of 1,264 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Reynaldo Martinez Gonzales(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tanquigan · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+17.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Tanquigan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,074
—
—
2020 CPH
1,226
+152
+14.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,264
+38
+3.1%
2015–2020: +14.2% total (+2.68%/yr).2020–2024: +3.1% total (+0.77%/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 San Fernando
34thof 59
Among the lower half of City of San Fernando by population.
Share of City of San Fernando
1.0%
of the city's total 124,809 residents.
Rank in La Union
266thof 576
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of San Fernando (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.
About Barangay Tanquigan
Barangay Tanquigan forms part of City of San Fernando, a city in La Union, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tanquigan had a population of 1,264. This made it the 34th largest of 59 barangays in City of San Fernando by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Tanquigan accounted for approximately 1.01% of the total population of City of San Fernando, which stood at 124,809 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 Tanquigan changed from 1,226 to 1,264, a shift of +3.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in City of San Fernando. Barangay Tanquigan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of San Fernando is a city of 59 barangays, of which Barangay Tanquigan is one. Within the wider province of La Union, which contains 576 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tanquigan ranks 266th by 2024 POPCEN population. La Union is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 San Fernando 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Tanquigan
Where is Barangay Tanquigan located?▾
Barangay Tanquigan is a barangay in the City of San Fernando, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tanquigan hall?▾
Barangay Tanquigan is located in City of San Fernando, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tanquigan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Tanquigan is Reynaldo Martinez Gonzales (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Tanquigan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tanquigan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of San Fernando LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Tanquigan part of?▾
Barangay Tanquigan is one of 59 barangays in the City of San Fernando, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tanquigan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tanquigan 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 San Fernando?▾
City of San Fernando 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 Tanquigan.
Has the population of Barangay Tanquigan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tanquigan went from 1,226 residents to 1,264 — a change of +3.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Tanquigan in?▾
Barangay Tanquigan is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of La Union, and is one of 59 barangays administered by City of San Fernando.
How many barangays are in City of San Fernando?▾
City of San Fernando has 59 barangays, including Barangay Tanquigan. You can browse the full list on our City of San Fernando page.
How many residents does Barangay Tanquigan have?▾
Barangay Tanquigan had a population of 1,264 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tanquigan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of San Fernando is 2500. 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 Tanquigan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tanquigan was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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