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Punong Barangay
Jonathan Sardon Agustin(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Rafael Palma · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Rafael Palma
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Rafael Palma is one of the administrative divisions of Diffun in Quirino, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Rafael Palma had a population of 826. This made it the 29th largest of 33 barangays in Diffun by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Rafael Palma accounted for approximately 1.42% of the total population of Diffun, which stood at 58,254 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 Rafael Palma changed from 793 to 826, a shift of +4.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Diffun. Barangay Rafael Palma is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Diffun is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Rafael Palma, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Quirino, which contains 132 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Rafael Palma ranks 105th by 2024 POPCEN population. Quirino is classified as a 3rd 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 Diffun 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 Rafael Palma from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
786
—
—
2020 CPH
793
+7
+0.9%
2024 POPCEN
826
+33
+4.2%
2015–2020: +0.9% total (+0.18%/yr).2020–2024: +4.2% total (+1.02%/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 Diffun
29thof 33
Among the smaller barangays of Diffun by population.
Share of Diffun
1.4%
of the municipality's total 58,254 residents.
Rank in Quirino
105thof 132
Province-wide percentile: 21.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Diffun (municipality) class
2nd
Parent municipality 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 Rafael Palma
Where is Barangay Rafael Palma located?▾
Barangay Rafael Palma is a barangay in the municipality of Diffun, Quirino, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Rafael Palma hall?▾
Barangay Rafael Palma is located in Diffun, Quirino, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Rafael Palma?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Rafael Palma is Jonathan Sardon Agustin (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Rafael Palma?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Rafael Palma is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Diffun LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Rafael Palma part of?▾
Barangay Rafael Palma is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Diffun, Quirino, Philippines.
Is Barangay Rafael Palma urban or rural?▾
Barangay Rafael Palma 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 Diffun?▾
Diffun is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality'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 Rafael Palma.
Has the population of Barangay Rafael Palma been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Rafael Palma went from 793 residents to 826 — a change of +4.2% 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 Rafael Palma in?▾
Barangay Rafael Palma is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Quirino, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Diffun.
How many barangays are in Diffun?▾
Diffun has 33 barangays, including Barangay Rafael Palma. You can browse the full list on our Diffun page.
How many residents does Barangay Rafael Palma have?▾
Barangay Rafael Palma had a population of 826 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Rafael Palma?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Diffun is 3401. 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 Rafael Palma, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Rafael Palma was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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