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Punong Barangay
Nicholas Joseph Singson De Leon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay VIII · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay VIII
Situated in City of Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Barangay VIII is one of 39 barangays that make up the city within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay VIII had a population of 1,197. This made it the 19th largest of 39 barangays in City of Vigan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay VIII accounted for approximately 2.20% of the total population of City of Vigan, which stood at 54,498 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,211 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,197 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -1.2%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay VIII is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Vigan is a city comprising 39 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay VIII, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay VIII ranks 185th by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay VIII 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 Vigan 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 VIII from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,454
—
—
2020 CPH
1,211
-243
-16.7%
2024 POPCEN
1,197
-14
-1.2%
2015–2020: -16.7% total (-3.59%/yr).2020–2024: -1.2% total (-0.29%/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 Vigan
19thof 39
Among the upper half of City of Vigan by population.
Share of City of Vigan
2.2%
of the city's total 54,498 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
185thof 768
Province-wide percentile: 76.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Vigan (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay VIII
Where is Barangay VIII located?▾
Barangay VIII is a barangay in the City of Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay VIII hall?▾
Barangay VIII is located in City of Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay VIII?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay VIII is Nicholas Joseph Singson De Leon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay VIII?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay VIII is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Vigan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay VIII part of?▾
Barangay VIII is one of 39 barangays in the City of Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay VIII urban or rural?▾
Barangay VIII 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 Vigan?▾
City of Vigan 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 VIII.
Has the population of Barangay VIII been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay VIII went from 1,211 residents to 1,197 — a change of -1.2% 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 VIII in?▾
Barangay VIII is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Sur, and is one of 39 barangays administered by City of Vigan.
How many barangays are in City of Vigan?▾
City of Vigan has 39 barangays, including Barangay VIII. You can browse the full list on our City of Vigan page.
How many residents does Barangay VIII have?▾
Barangay VIII had a population of 1,197 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay VIII?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Vigan is 2700. 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 VIII, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay VIII 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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