Situated in the municipality of Dingle, Iloilo, Barangay San Matias is one of the administrative divisions of Western Visayas. It had a population of 1,932 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Dingle. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Nida Andre-e Palabrica(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Matias · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay San Matias
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay San Matias is one of the administrative divisions of Dingle in Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Matias had a population of 1,932. This made it the 5th largest of 33 barangays in Dingle by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay San Matias accounted for approximately 4.20% of the total population of Dingle, which stood at 46,032 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 San Matias changed from 2,055 to 1,932, a shift of -6.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Dingle. Barangay San Matias is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Dingle is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay San Matias, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay San Matias ranks 377th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Dingle 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 San Matias from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,038
—
—
2020 CPH
2,055
+17
+0.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,932
-123
-6.0%
2015–2020: +0.8% total (+0.17%/yr).2020–2024: -6.0% total (-1.53%/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 Dingle
5thof 33
Among the top quartile of Dingle by population.
Share of Dingle
4.2%
of the municipality's total 46,032 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
377thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 80.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Dingle (municipality) class
3rd
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay San Matias in Dingle during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay San Matias
Where is Barangay San Matias located?▾
Barangay San Matias is a barangay in the municipality of Dingle, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Matias hall?▾
Barangay San Matias is located in Dingle, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay San Matias?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay San Matias is Nida Andre-e Palabrica (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay San Matias?▾
You can contact Barangay San Matias via phone at 09091560329.
What municipality is Barangay San Matias part of?▾
Barangay San Matias is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Dingle, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Matias urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Matias 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 municipality.
What is the income classification of Dingle?▾
Dingle is classified as a 3rd 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 San Matias.
Has the population of Barangay San Matias been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Matias went from 2,055 residents to 1,932 — a change of -6.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay San Matias in?▾
Barangay San Matias is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Dingle.
How many barangays are in Dingle?▾
Dingle has 33 barangays, including Barangay San Matias. You can browse the full list on our Dingle page.
How many residents does Barangay San Matias have?▾
Barangay San Matias had a population of 1,932 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Matias?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dingle is 5035. 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 San Matias, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Matias 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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