El Nido · Palawan
Barangay Maligaya Pob.
Barangay Maligaya Pob. is a local government unit in El Nido, Palawan, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,431 in the 2020 census.
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Population & Statistics
2020 census data
- Population (2020)
- 1,431
- Population (2015)
- 1,492
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- -4.1%
Classification: Urban barangay
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About Barangay Maligaya Pob.
Situated in El Nido, Palawan, Barangay Maligaya Pob. is one of 18 barangays that make up the municipality within MIMAROPA Region.
According to the 2020 Philippine census, Barangay Maligaya Pob. had a population of 1,431. This made it the 16th largest of 18 barangays in El Nido by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Maligaya Pob. accounted for approximately 2.83% of the total population of El Nido, which stood at 50,494 in the same census year.
Between the 2015 and 2020 censuses, the population of Barangay Maligaya Pob. changed from 1,492 to 1,431, a shift of -4.1% over the five-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in El Nido. Barangay Maligaya Pob. is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
El Nido is a municipality comprising 18 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 Palawan, which contains 433 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Maligaya Pob. ranks 220th by 2020 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 Maligaya Pob. 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.
City / Municipality
El Nido (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
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- 0487261318
- Punong Barangay
- Roberto Aguilar Rodriguez(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Marilou Gabayan Pacada
- Barangay Treasurer
- Aleen Gonzales Sabaupan
- SK Chairperson
- Eduardo Bernardino Monares JR
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Mark Louie Gabayan Dela Cruz
- • Aurora Mosteiro Morata
- • Ailen Pablico Lim
- • Rosemarie Ardoña Coronado
- • Ronie Gregorio Pacada
- • Noli Oquia Sabaupan
- • Benly Elaurza Lim
Other Barangays in El Nido
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Maligaya Pob.
Where is Barangay Maligaya Pob. located?▾
Barangay Maligaya Pob. is a barangay in the municipality of El Nido, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Maligaya Pob. hall?▾
Barangay Maligaya Pob. 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 Maligaya Pob.?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Maligaya Pob. is Roberto Aguilar Rodriguez (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 0487261318.
What municipality is Barangay Maligaya Pob. part of?▾
Barangay Maligaya Pob. is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of El Nido, Palawan, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Maligaya Pob.
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.