Situated in the municipality of El Nido, Palawan, Barangay Mabini is one of the administrative divisions of MIMAROPA Region. It had a population of 1,646 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Felino Macmac Lim(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Mabini · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Mabini
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Mabini is one of the administrative divisions of El Nido in Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Mabini had a population of 1,646. This made it the 15th largest of 18 barangays in El Nido by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Mabini accounted for approximately 3.20% of the total population of El Nido, which stood at 51,367 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 Mabini changed from 1,698 to 1,646, a shift of -3.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in El Nido. Barangay Mabini is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
El Nido is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Mabini, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Palawan, which contains 433 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Mabini ranks 241st by 2024 POPCEN population. Palawan 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 Mabini 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 El Nido 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 Mabini from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,381
—
—
2020 CPH
1,698
+317
+23.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,646
-52
-3.1%
2015–2020: +23.0% total (+4.22%/yr).2020–2024: -3.1% total (-0.77%/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 El Nido
15thof 18
Among the smaller barangays of El Nido by population.
Share of El Nido
3.2%
of the municipality's total 51,367 residents.
Rank in Palawan
241stof 433
Province-wide percentile: 45.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
El Nido (municipality) class
1st
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 Mabini
Where is Barangay Mabini located?▾
Barangay Mabini is a barangay in the municipality of El Nido, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Mabini hall?▾
Barangay Mabini is located in El Nido, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Mabini?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Mabini is Felino Macmac Lim (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Mabini?▾
You can contact Barangay Mabini via phone at 09815421965.
What municipality is Barangay Mabini part of?▾
Barangay Mabini is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of El Nido, Palawan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Mabini urban or rural?▾
Barangay Mabini 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 El Nido?▾
El Nido is classified as a 1st 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 Mabini.
Has the population of Barangay Mabini been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Mabini went from 1,698 residents to 1,646 — a change of -3.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Mabini in?▾
Barangay Mabini is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Palawan, and is one of 18 barangays administered by El Nido.
How many barangays are in El Nido?▾
El Nido has 18 barangays, including Barangay Mabini. You can browse the full list on our El Nido page.
How many residents does Barangay Mabini have?▾
Barangay Mabini had a population of 1,646 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Mabini?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for El Nido is 5313. 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 Mabini, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Mabini 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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