Barangay Tawin-tawin is a barangay in General Luna, Surigao Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of General Luna. It had a population of 941 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ma. Levi Antipasado Comendador(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tawin-tawin · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Tawin-tawin
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Tawin-tawin is one of the administrative divisions of General Luna in Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tawin-tawin had a population of 941. This made it the 11th largest of 19 barangays in General Luna by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tawin-tawin accounted for approximately 3.73% of the total population of General Luna, which stood at 25,208 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Tawin-tawin moved from 833 residents to 941, an intercensal change of +13.0%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Tawin-tawin is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
General Luna is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tawin-tawin, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tawin-tawin ranks 192nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 General Luna 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 Tawin-tawin from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
562
—
—
2020 CPH
833
+271
+48.2%
2024 POPCEN
941
+108
+13.0%
2015–2020: +48.2% total (+8.19%/yr).2020–2024: +13.0% total (+3.09%/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 General Luna
11thof 19
Among the lower half of General Luna by population.
Share of General Luna
3.7%
of the municipality's total 25,208 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
192ndof 335
Province-wide percentile: 43.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
General Luna (municipality) class
5th
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 Tawin-tawin
Where is Barangay Tawin-tawin located?▾
Barangay Tawin-tawin is a barangay in the municipality of General Luna, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tawin-tawin hall?▾
Barangay Tawin-tawin is located in General Luna, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tawin-tawin?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tawin-tawin is Ma. Levi Antipasado Comendador (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tawin-tawin?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tawin-tawin is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official General Luna LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tawin-tawin part of?▾
Barangay Tawin-tawin is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of General Luna, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tawin-tawin urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tawin-tawin 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 General Luna?▾
General Luna is classified as a 5th 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 Tawin-tawin.
Has the population of Barangay Tawin-tawin been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tawin-tawin went from 833 residents to 941 — a change of +13.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Tawin-tawin in?▾
Barangay Tawin-tawin is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 19 barangays administered by General Luna.
How many barangays are in General Luna?▾
General Luna has 19 barangays, including Barangay Tawin-tawin. You can browse the full list on our General Luna page.
How many residents does Barangay Tawin-tawin have?▾
Barangay Tawin-tawin had a population of 941 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tawin-tawin?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for General Luna is 8419. 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 Tawin-tawin, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tawin-tawin 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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