Dingras · Ilocos Norte
Barangay Root
Located in Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Barangay Root is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Dingras. It had a population of 807 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 807
- Population (2015)
- 828
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- -2.5%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Root
Situated in Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Barangay Root is one of 31 barangays that make up the municipality within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Root had a population of 807. This made it the 26th largest of 31 barangays in Dingras by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Root accounted for approximately 2.01% of the total population of Dingras, which stood at 40,127 in the same census year.
Census comparisons between 2015 and 2020 show Barangay Root moving from 828 residents to 807 residents, an intercensal change of -2.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Root 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 Root, 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 Root ranks 364th by 2020 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 Root 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.
City / Municipality
Dingras (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Phone
- 09189515091
- Punong Barangay
- Milagros Pedro(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Nory Joyce Acosta Agcanas
- Barangay Treasurer
- Geralin Orlina Reyes
- SK Chairperson
- Reedzee Mildnore Roz Orpilla
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Laochin Lanuza Villanueva
- • Roel Saragoza Asuncion
- • Hitler Correa Sabuco
- • Jim Bryan Garcia Agcanas
- • Ordito Cerna Ceredon
- • Edgar Sabuco Bueno
- • Mildred Dela Cruz Delos Reyes
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Root
Where is Barangay Root located?▾
Barangay Root is a barangay in the municipality of Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Root hall?▾
Barangay Root 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 Root?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Root is Milagros Pedro (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Root?▾
You can contact Barangay Root via phone at 09189515091.
What municipality is Barangay Root part of?▾
Barangay Root is one of 31 barangays in Dingras, a municipality in Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Root
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.