Located in Dolores, Quezon, Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Dolores. It had a population of 586 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Maria Kristina Reyes Malaluan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Maligaya (Pob.)
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) is a small barangay in the municipality of Dolores, located in the province of Quezon, in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) had a population of 586. This made it the 14th largest of 16 barangays in Dolores by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) accounted for approximately 1.80% of the total population of Dolores, which stood at 32,645 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) changed from 636 to 586, a shift of -7.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Dolores. Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) 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 comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Maligaya (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Quezon, which contains 1,242 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) ranks 910th by 2024 POPCEN population. Quezon is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 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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Population history of Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
629
—
—
2020 CPH
636
+7
+1.1%
2024 POPCEN
586
-50
-7.9%
2015–2020: +1.1% total (+0.22%/yr).2020–2024: -7.9% total (-2.03%/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 16
Among the smaller barangays of Dolores by population.
Share of Dolores
1.8%
of the municipality's total 32,645 residents.
Rank in Quezon
910thof 1,242
Province-wide percentile: 27.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Dolores (municipality) class
4th
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Maligaya (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Dolores, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) is located in Dolores, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Maligaya (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) is Maria Kristina Reyes Malaluan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Maligaya (Pob.)?▾
You can contact Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) via phone at 042-565-6688.
What municipality is Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Dolores, Quezon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) 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 4th 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 Maligaya (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) went from 636 residents to 586 — a change of -7.9% 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 Maligaya (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Quezon, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Dolores.
How many barangays are in Dolores?▾
Dolores has 16 barangays, including Barangay Maligaya (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Dolores page.
How many residents does Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) had a population of 586 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Maligaya (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dolores is 4326. 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 Maligaya (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Maligaya (Pob.) was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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