Located in Dolores, Eastern Samar, Barangay Tikling is one of 46 barangays in the municipality of Dolores. It had a population of 613 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Reynaldo Balagbis Catuday(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tikling · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+19.5% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Tikling from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
513
—
—
2020 CPH
580
+67
+13.1%
2024 POPCEN
613
+33
+5.7%
2015–2020: +13.1% total (+2.49%/yr).2020–2024: +5.7% total (+1.39%/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 Dolores
29thof 46
Among the lower half of Dolores by population.
Share of Dolores
1.4%
of the municipality's total 45,314 residents.
Rank in Eastern Samar
294thof 597
Province-wide percentile: 51.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Dolores (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.
About Barangay Tikling
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Tikling is one of the administrative divisions of Dolores in Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tikling had a population of 613. This made it the 29th largest of 46 barangays in Dolores by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tikling accounted for approximately 1.35% of the total population of Dolores, which stood at 45,314 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 580 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 613 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +5.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Tikling is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dolores is a municipality of 46 barangays, of which Barangay Tikling is one. Within the wider province of Eastern Samar, which contains 597 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tikling ranks 294th by 2024 POPCEN population. Eastern Samar is classified as a 2nd 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 Dolores 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 Tikling
Where is Barangay Tikling located?▾
Barangay Tikling is a barangay in the municipality of Dolores, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tikling hall?▾
Barangay Tikling is located in Dolores, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tikling?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Tikling is Reynaldo Balagbis Catuday (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Tikling?▾
You can contact Barangay Tikling via phone at 09073256706.
What municipality is Barangay Tikling part of?▾
Barangay Tikling is one of 46 barangays in the municipality of Dolores, Eastern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tikling urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tikling 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 Dolores?▾
Dolores 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 Tikling.
Has the population of Barangay Tikling been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tikling went from 580 residents to 613 — a change of +5.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Tikling in?▾
Barangay Tikling is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Eastern Samar, and is one of 46 barangays administered by Dolores.
How many barangays are in Dolores?▾
Dolores has 46 barangays, including Barangay Tikling. You can browse the full list on our Dolores page.
How many residents does Barangay Tikling have?▾
Barangay Tikling had a population of 613 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tikling?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dolores is 6817. 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 Tikling, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tikling was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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