Situated in the municipality of Divilacan, Isabela, Barangay Bicobian is one of the administrative divisions of Cagayan Valley. It had a population of 696 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Population history of Barangay Bicobian from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
688
—
—
2020 CPH
692
+4
+0.6%
2024 POPCEN
696
+4
+0.6%
2015–2020: +0.6% total (+0.12%/yr).2020–2024: +0.6% total (+0.14%/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 Divilacan
3rdof 12
Among the top quartile of Divilacan by population.
Share of Divilacan
11.9%
of the municipality's total 5,871 residents.
Rank in Isabela
835thof 1,055
Province-wide percentile: 21.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Divilacan (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.
About Barangay Bicobian
Barangay Bicobian forms part of Divilacan, a municipality in Isabela, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bicobian had a population of 696. This made it the 3rd largest of 12 barangays in Divilacan by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bicobian accounted for approximately 11.85% of the total population of Divilacan, which stood at 5,871 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 692 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 696 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.6%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Bicobian is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Divilacan is a municipality of 12 barangays, of which Barangay Bicobian is one. Within the wider province of Isabela, which contains 1,055 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bicobian ranks 835th by 2024 POPCEN population. Isabela is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Divilacan 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bicobian
Where is Barangay Bicobian located?▾
Barangay Bicobian is a barangay in the municipality of Divilacan, Isabela, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bicobian hall?▾
Barangay Bicobian is located in Divilacan, Isabela, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bicobian?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Bicobian is Crispulo Hermuhinez Candelaria SR. (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Bicobian?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bicobian is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Divilacan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bicobian part of?▾
Barangay Bicobian is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Divilacan, Isabela, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bicobian urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bicobian 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 Divilacan?▾
Divilacan 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 Bicobian.
Has the population of Barangay Bicobian been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bicobian went from 692 residents to 696 — a change of +0.6% 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 Bicobian in?▾
Barangay Bicobian is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Isabela, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Divilacan.
How many barangays are in Divilacan?▾
Divilacan has 12 barangays, including Barangay Bicobian. You can browse the full list on our Divilacan page.
How many residents does Barangay Bicobian have?▾
Barangay Bicobian had a population of 696 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bicobian?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Divilacan is 3335. 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 Bicobian, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bicobian was last updated on 2026-07-03. 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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