Barangay Taping is a barangay in Dolores, Abra, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Dolores. It had a population of 367 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Randy Narciso Bergonia(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Taping · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-6.6% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Taping from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
393
—
—
2020 CPH
417
+24
+6.1%
2024 POPCEN
367
-50
-12.0%
2015–2020: +6.1% total (+1.19%/yr).2020–2024: -12.0% total (-3.14%/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 Dolores
14thof 15
Among the smaller barangays of Dolores by population.
Share of Dolores
3.1%
of the municipality's total 11,967 residents.
Rank in Abra
247thof 303
Province-wide percentile: 19.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Dolores (municipality) class
5th
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 Taping
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Taping is one of the administrative divisions of Dolores in Abra, CAR, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Taping had a population of 367. This made it the 14th largest of 15 barangays in Dolores by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Taping accounted for approximately 3.07% of the total population of Dolores, which stood at 11,967 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 417 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 367 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -12.0%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Taping 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 15 barangays, of which Barangay Taping is one. Within the wider province of Abra, which contains 303 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Taping ranks 247th by 2024 POPCEN population. Abra is classified as a 3rd 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 Taping
Where is Barangay Taping located?▾
Barangay Taping is a barangay in the municipality of Dolores, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Taping hall?▾
Barangay Taping is located in Dolores, Abra, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Taping?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Taping is Randy Narciso Bergonia (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Taping?▾
You can contact Barangay Taping via phone at 09398318967.
What municipality is Barangay Taping part of?▾
Barangay Taping is one of 15 barangays in the municipality of Dolores, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Taping urban or rural?▾
Barangay Taping 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 5th 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 Taping.
Has the population of Barangay Taping been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Taping went from 417 residents to 367 — a change of -12.0% 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 Taping in?▾
Barangay Taping is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Abra, and is one of 15 barangays administered by Dolores.
How many barangays are in Dolores?▾
Dolores has 15 barangays, including Barangay Taping. You can browse the full list on our Dolores page.
How many residents does Barangay Taping have?▾
Barangay Taping had a population of 367 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Taping?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dolores is 2801. 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 Taping, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Taping was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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