Barangay Lower Timonan is a barangay in Dumingag, Zamboanga Del Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Dumingag. It had a population of 1,365 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Domingo Marfel Gingco(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lower Timonan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Lower Timonan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Lower Timonan is one of the administrative divisions of Dumingag in Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lower Timonan had a population of 1,365. This made it the 10th largest of 44 barangays in Dumingag by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lower Timonan accounted for approximately 2.81% of the total population of Dumingag, which stood at 48,495 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 Lower Timonan changed from 1,686 to 1,365, a shift of -19.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Dumingag. Barangay Lower Timonan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dumingag is a municipality comprising 44 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lower Timonan, 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 Lower Timonan ranks 343rd 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Lower Timonan is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Dumingag 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 Lower Timonan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,579
—
—
2020 CPH
1,686
+107
+6.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,365
-321
-19.0%
2015–2020: +6.8% total (+1.32%/yr).2020–2024: -19.0% total (-5.14%/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 Dumingag
10thof 44
Among the top quartile of Dumingag by population.
Share of Dumingag
2.8%
of the municipality's total 48,495 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
343rdof 779
Province-wide percentile: 56.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Dumingag (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Lower Timonan
Where is Barangay Lower Timonan located?▾
Barangay Lower Timonan is a barangay in the municipality of Dumingag, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lower Timonan hall?▾
Barangay Lower Timonan is located in Dumingag, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Timonan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Timonan is Domingo Marfel Gingco (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lower Timonan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lower Timonan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Dumingag LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lower Timonan part of?▾
Barangay Lower Timonan is one of 44 barangays in the municipality of Dumingag, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lower Timonan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lower Timonan 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 Dumingag?▾
Dumingag 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 Lower Timonan.
Has the population of Barangay Lower Timonan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lower Timonan went from 1,686 residents to 1,365 — a change of -19.0% 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 Lower Timonan in?▾
Barangay Lower Timonan 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 44 barangays administered by Dumingag.
How many barangays are in Dumingag?▾
Dumingag has 44 barangays, including Barangay Lower Timonan. You can browse the full list on our Dumingag page.
How many residents does Barangay Lower Timonan have?▾
Barangay Lower Timonan had a population of 1,365 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lower Timonan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dumingag is 7028. 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 Lower Timonan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lower Timonan was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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