Barangay Upper Dimaya is a local government unit in Dinas, Zamboanga Del Sur, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines. It had a population of 441 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Felix Pelaje Nano(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Upper Dimaya · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Upper Dimaya
Barangay Upper Dimaya is a very small barangay in the municipality of Dinas, located in the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Upper Dimaya had a population of 441. This made it the 29th largest of 30 barangays in Dinas by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Upper Dimaya accounted for approximately 1.25% of the total population of Dinas, which stood at 35,409 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Upper Dimaya moved from 440 residents to 441, an intercensal change of +0.2%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Upper Dimaya is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dinas is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Upper Dimaya, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Upper Dimaya ranks 729th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Upper Dimaya is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Dinas 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 Upper Dimaya from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
428
—
—
2020 CPH
440
+12
+2.8%
2024 POPCEN
441
+1
+0.2%
2015–2020: +2.8% total (+0.55%/yr).2020–2024: +0.2% total (+0.06%/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 Dinas
29thof 30
Among the smaller barangays of Dinas by population.
Share of Dinas
1.2%
of the municipality's total 35,409 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
729thof 779
Province-wide percentile: 7.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Dinas (municipality) class
4th
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 Upper Dimaya
Where is Barangay Upper Dimaya located?▾
Barangay Upper Dimaya is a barangay in the municipality of Dinas, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Upper Dimaya hall?▾
Barangay Upper Dimaya is located in Dinas, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Upper Dimaya?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Upper Dimaya is Felix Pelaje Nano (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Upper Dimaya?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Upper Dimaya is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Dinas LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Upper Dimaya part of?▾
Barangay Upper Dimaya is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Dinas, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Upper Dimaya urban or rural?▾
Barangay Upper Dimaya 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 Dinas?▾
Dinas is classified as a 4th 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 Upper Dimaya.
Has the population of Barangay Upper Dimaya been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Upper Dimaya went from 440 residents to 441 — a change of +0.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Upper Dimaya in?▾
Barangay Upper Dimaya is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Dinas.
How many barangays are in Dinas?▾
Dinas has 30 barangays, including Barangay Upper Dimaya. You can browse the full list on our Dinas page.
How many residents does Barangay Upper Dimaya have?▾
Barangay Upper Dimaya had a population of 441 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Upper Dimaya?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dinas is 7030. 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 Upper Dimaya, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Upper Dimaya 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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