Barangay Claro M. Recto is a local government unit in Ferrol, Romblon, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 449 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Ferrol. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Isidro Rodeo Victoriano Jr(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Claro M. Recto · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Claro M. Recto
Barangay Claro M. Recto is a very small barangay in the municipality of Ferrol, located in the province of Romblon, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Claro M. Recto had a population of 449. This made it the 6th largest of 6 barangays in Ferrol by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Claro M. Recto accounted for approximately 5.74% of the total population of Ferrol, which stood at 7,826 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Claro M. Recto moved from 738 residents to 449, an intercensal change of -39.2%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Claro M. Recto is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Ferrol is a municipality comprising 6 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Claro M. Recto, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Romblon, which contains 219 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Claro M. Recto ranks 190th by 2024 POPCEN population. Romblon is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Claro M. Recto 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 Ferrol 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 Claro M. Recto from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
660
—
—
2020 CPH
738
+78
+11.8%
2024 POPCEN
449
-289
-39.2%
2015–2020: +11.8% total (+2.26%/yr).2020–2024: -39.2% total (-11.68%/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 Ferrol
6thof 6
Among the smaller barangays of Ferrol by population.
Share of Ferrol
5.7%
of the municipality's total 7,826 residents.
Rank in Romblon
190thof 219
Province-wide percentile: 14.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Ferrol (municipality) class
6th
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 Claro M. Recto
Where is Barangay Claro M. Recto located?▾
Barangay Claro M. Recto is a barangay in the municipality of Ferrol, Romblon, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Claro M. Recto hall?▾
Barangay Claro M. Recto is located in Ferrol, Romblon, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Claro M. Recto?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Claro M. Recto is Isidro Rodeo Victoriano Jr (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Claro M. Recto?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Claro M. Recto is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Ferrol LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Claro M. Recto part of?▾
Barangay Claro M. Recto is one of 6 barangays in the municipality of Ferrol, Romblon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Claro M. Recto urban or rural?▾
Barangay Claro M. Recto 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 Ferrol?▾
Ferrol is classified as a 6th 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 Claro M. Recto.
Has the population of Barangay Claro M. Recto been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Claro M. Recto went from 738 residents to 449 — a change of -39.2% 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 Claro M. Recto in?▾
Barangay Claro M. Recto is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Romblon, and is one of 6 barangays administered by Ferrol.
How many barangays are in Ferrol?▾
Ferrol has 6 barangays, including Barangay Claro M. Recto. You can browse the full list on our Ferrol page.
How many residents does Barangay Claro M. Recto have?▾
Barangay Claro M. Recto had a population of 449 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Claro M. Recto?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Ferrol is 5506. 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 Claro M. Recto, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Claro M. Recto was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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