Barangay Sabangan-Bato is a local government unit in Galimuyod, Ilocos Sur, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 503 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Galimuyod. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Manolo Ramirez Valdez JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sabangan-Bato · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay Sabangan-Bato
Barangay Sabangan-Bato forms part of Galimuyod, a municipality in Ilocos Sur, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sabangan-Bato had a population of 503. This made it the 5th largest of 24 barangays in Galimuyod by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sabangan-Bato accounted for approximately 4.90% of the total population of Galimuyod, which stood at 10,263 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Sabangan-Bato moved from 551 residents to 503, an intercensal change of -8.7%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Sabangan-Bato is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Galimuyod is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sabangan-Bato, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sabangan-Bato ranks 583rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos 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 Sabangan-Bato 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 Galimuyod 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 Sabangan-Bato from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
524
—
—
2020 CPH
551
+27
+5.2%
2024 POPCEN
503
-48
-8.7%
2015–2020: +5.2% total (+1.01%/yr).2020–2024: -8.7% total (-2.25%/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 Galimuyod
5thof 24
Among the top quartile of Galimuyod by population.
Share of Galimuyod
4.9%
of the municipality's total 10,263 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
583rdof 768
Province-wide percentile: 24.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Galimuyod (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Sabangan-Bato in Galimuyod during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Sabangan-Bato
Where is Barangay Sabangan-Bato located?▾
Barangay Sabangan-Bato is a barangay in the municipality of Galimuyod, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sabangan-Bato hall?▾
Barangay Sabangan-Bato is located in Galimuyod, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sabangan-Bato?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Sabangan-Bato is Manolo Ramirez Valdez JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sabangan-Bato?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Sabangan-Bato is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Galimuyod LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Sabangan-Bato part of?▾
Barangay Sabangan-Bato is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Galimuyod, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sabangan-Bato urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sabangan-Bato 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 Galimuyod?▾
Galimuyod 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 Sabangan-Bato.
Has the population of Barangay Sabangan-Bato been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sabangan-Bato went from 551 residents to 503 — a change of -8.7% 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 Sabangan-Bato in?▾
Barangay Sabangan-Bato is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Sur, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Galimuyod.
How many barangays are in Galimuyod?▾
Galimuyod has 24 barangays, including Barangay Sabangan-Bato. You can browse the full list on our Galimuyod page.
How many residents does Barangay Sabangan-Bato have?▾
Barangay Sabangan-Bato had a population of 503 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sabangan-Bato?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Galimuyod is 2709. 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 Sabangan-Bato, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sabangan-Bato was last updated on 2026-05-29. 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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