Barangay Espiritu is a local government unit in Dingras, Ilocos Norte, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,020 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.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Dingras. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Walter Tagudin Villator(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Espiritu · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Espiritu
Situated in Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Barangay Espiritu is one of 31 barangays that make up the municipality within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Espiritu had a population of 1,020. This made it the 17th largest of 31 barangays in Dingras by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Espiritu accounted for approximately 2.54% of the total population of Dingras, which stood at 40,176 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Espiritu moved from 1,030 residents to 1,020, an intercensal change of -1.0%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Espiritu is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dingras is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Espiritu, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Norte, which contains 559 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Espiritu ranks 254th by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Norte 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 Espiritu 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 Dingras 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 Espiritu from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
975
—
—
2020 CPH
1,030
+55
+5.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,020
-10
-1.0%
2015–2020: +5.6% total (+1.10%/yr).2020–2024: -1.0% total (-0.24%/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 Dingras
17thof 31
Among the lower half of Dingras by population.
Share of Dingras
2.5%
of the municipality's total 40,176 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Norte
254thof 559
Province-wide percentile: 55.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Dingras (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Espiritu in Dingras 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 Espiritu
Where is Barangay Espiritu located?▾
Barangay Espiritu is a barangay in the municipality of Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Espiritu hall?▾
Barangay Espiritu is located in Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Espiritu?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Espiritu is Walter Tagudin Villator (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Espiritu?▾
You can contact Barangay Espiritu via phone at 09673802256.
What municipality is Barangay Espiritu part of?▾
Barangay Espiritu is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Espiritu urban or rural?▾
Barangay Espiritu 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 Dingras?▾
Dingras 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 Espiritu.
Has the population of Barangay Espiritu been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Espiritu went from 1,030 residents to 1,020 — a change of -1.0% 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 Espiritu in?▾
Barangay Espiritu is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Norte, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Dingras.
How many barangays are in Dingras?▾
Dingras has 31 barangays, including Barangay Espiritu. You can browse the full list on our Dingras page.
How many residents does Barangay Espiritu have?▾
Barangay Espiritu had a population of 1,020 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Espiritu?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dingras is 2913. 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 Espiritu, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Espiritu 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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