Barangay XXI is a barangay in City of Victorias, Negros Occidental, under the jurisdiction of the City of Victorias. It had a population of 5,074 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Edwin Ledesma Ditching(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay XXI · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay XXI
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay XXI is one of the administrative divisions of City of Victorias in Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay XXI had a population of 5,074. This made it the 9th largest of 26 barangays in City of Victorias by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay XXI accounted for approximately 5.62% of the total population of City of Victorias, which stood at 90,290 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 4,946 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 5,074 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.6%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay XXI is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Victorias is a city comprising 26 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay XXI, 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 XXI ranks 213th 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 Victorias 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 XXI from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
5,297
—
—
2020 CPH
4,946
-351
-6.6%
2024 POPCEN
5,074
+128
+2.6%
2015–2020: -6.6% total (-1.36%/yr).2020–2024: +2.6% total (+0.64%/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 Victorias
9thof 26
Among the upper half of City of Victorias by population.
Share of City of Victorias
5.6%
of the city's total 90,290 residents.
Rank in Negros Occidental
213thof 662
Province-wide percentile: 68.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Victorias (city) class
4th
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay XXI in City of Victorias during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay XXI
Where is Barangay XXI located?▾
Barangay XXI is a barangay in the City of Victorias, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay XXI hall?▾
Barangay XXI is located in City of Victorias, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay XXI?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay XXI is Edwin Ledesma Ditching (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay XXI?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay XXI is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Victorias LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay XXI part of?▾
Barangay XXI is one of 26 barangays in the City of Victorias, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay XXI urban or rural?▾
Barangay XXI 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 Victorias?▾
City of Victorias is classified as a 4th 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 XXI.
Has the population of Barangay XXI been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay XXI went from 4,946 residents to 5,074 — a change of +2.6% 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 XXI in?▾
Barangay XXI 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 26 barangays administered by City of Victorias.
How many barangays are in City of Victorias?▾
City of Victorias has 26 barangays, including Barangay XXI. You can browse the full list on our City of Victorias page.
How many residents does Barangay XXI have?▾
Barangay XXI had a population of 5,074 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay XXI?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Victorias is 6119. 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 XXI, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay XXI 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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