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Punong Barangay
Vincent Iglesia Sabado(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bawa · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Bawa
Barangay Bawa forms part of Gerona, a municipality in Tarlac, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bawa had a population of 1,828. This made it the 25th largest of 44 barangays in Gerona by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bawa accounted for approximately 1.87% of the total population of Gerona, which stood at 97,937 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,842 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,828 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.8%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Bawa is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Gerona is a municipality comprising 44 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bawa, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Tarlac, which contains 511 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bawa ranks 306th by 2024 POPCEN population. Tarlac 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 Bawa 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 Gerona 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 Bawa from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,879
—
—
2020 CPH
1,842
-37
-2.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,828
-14
-0.8%
2015–2020: -2.0% total (-0.40%/yr).2020–2024: -0.8% total (-0.19%/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 Gerona
25thof 44
Among the lower half of Gerona by population.
Share of Gerona
1.9%
of the municipality's total 97,937 residents.
Rank in Tarlac
306thof 511
Province-wide percentile: 40.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Gerona (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 Bawa
Where is Barangay Bawa located?▾
Barangay Bawa is a barangay in the municipality of Gerona, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bawa hall?▾
Barangay Bawa is located in Gerona, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bawa?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bawa is Vincent Iglesia Sabado (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bawa?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bawa is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Gerona LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bawa part of?▾
Barangay Bawa is one of 44 barangays in the municipality of Gerona, Tarlac, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bawa urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bawa 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 Gerona?▾
Gerona 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 Bawa.
Has the population of Barangay Bawa been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bawa went from 1,842 residents to 1,828 — a change of -0.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bawa in?▾
Barangay Bawa is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Tarlac, and is one of 44 barangays administered by Gerona.
How many barangays are in Gerona?▾
Gerona has 44 barangays, including Barangay Bawa. You can browse the full list on our Gerona page.
How many residents does Barangay Bawa have?▾
Barangay Bawa had a population of 1,828 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bawa?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gerona is 2302. 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 Bawa, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bawa was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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