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Punong Barangay
Grace Nuevo Timagos(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Banta-ao · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Banta-ao
Situated in Dumalinao, Zamboanga Del Sur, Barangay Banta-ao is one of 30 barangays that make up the municipality within Zamboanga Peninsula.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Banta-ao had a population of 321. This made it the 29th largest of 30 barangays in Dumalinao by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Banta-ao accounted for approximately 0.94% of the total population of Dumalinao, which stood at 34,188 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 371 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 321 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -13.5%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Banta-ao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dumalinao is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Banta-ao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Banta-ao ranks 769th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Dumalinao 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 Banta-ao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
334
—
—
2020 CPH
371
+37
+11.1%
2024 POPCEN
321
-50
-13.5%
2015–2020: +11.1% total (+2.12%/yr).2020–2024: -13.5% total (-3.55%/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 Dumalinao
29thof 30
Among the smaller barangays of Dumalinao by population.
Share of Dumalinao
0.94%
of the municipality's total 34,188 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
769thof 779
Province-wide percentile: 1.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Dumalinao (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 Banta-ao
Where is Barangay Banta-ao located?▾
Barangay Banta-ao is a barangay in the municipality of Dumalinao, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Banta-ao hall?▾
Barangay Banta-ao is located in Dumalinao, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Banta-ao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Banta-ao is Grace Nuevo Timagos (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Banta-ao?▾
You can contact Barangay Banta-ao via phone at 09121761848.
What municipality is Barangay Banta-ao part of?▾
Barangay Banta-ao is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Dumalinao, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Banta-ao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Banta-ao 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 Dumalinao?▾
Dumalinao 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 Banta-ao.
Has the population of Barangay Banta-ao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Banta-ao went from 371 residents to 321 — a change of -13.5% 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 Banta-ao in?▾
Barangay Banta-ao is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Dumalinao.
How many barangays are in Dumalinao?▾
Dumalinao has 30 barangays, including Barangay Banta-ao. You can browse the full list on our Dumalinao page.
How many residents does Barangay Banta-ao have?▾
Barangay Banta-ao had a population of 321 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Banta-ao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dumalinao is 7015. 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 Banta-ao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Banta-ao 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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