Located in Datu Unsay, Maguindanao del Sur, Barangay Macalag is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Datu Unsay. It had a population of 770 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.
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Macalag is one of the administrative divisions of Datu Unsay in Maguindanao del Sur, BARMM, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Macalag had a population of 770. This made it the 6th largest of 8 barangays in Datu Unsay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Macalag accounted for approximately 4.48% of the total population of Datu Unsay, which stood at 17,186 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Macalag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Datu Unsay is a municipality comprising 8 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Macalag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Maguindanao del Sur, which contains 287 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Macalag ranks 273rd by 2024 POPCEN population.
Barangay Macalag 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 Datu Unsay 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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Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
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 Macalag in Datu Unsay during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Macalag
Where is Barangay Macalag located?▾
Barangay Macalag is a barangay in the municipality of Datu Unsay, Maguindanao del Sur, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Macalag hall?▾
Barangay Macalag is located in Datu Unsay, Maguindanao del Sur, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Macalag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Macalag is Samsudin Usman Mokamad (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Macalag?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Macalag is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Datu Unsay LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Macalag part of?▾
Barangay Macalag is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Datu Unsay, Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Macalag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Macalag 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 region of the Philippines is Barangay Macalag in?▾
Barangay Macalag is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Maguindanao del Sur, and is one of 8 barangays administered by Datu Unsay.
How many barangays are in Datu Unsay?▾
Datu Unsay has 8 barangays, including Barangay Macalag. You can browse the full list on our Datu Unsay page.
How many residents does Barangay Macalag have?▾
Barangay Macalag had a population of 770 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Macalag 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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