Barangay Salapungan is a barangay in Gerona, Tarlac, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Gerona. It had a population of 3,054 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jemuel Sigua Facun(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Salapungan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Salapungan
Situated in Gerona, Tarlac, Barangay Salapungan is one of 44 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Luzon.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Salapungan had a population of 3,054. This made it the 9th largest of 44 barangays in Gerona by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Salapungan accounted for approximately 3.12% of the total population of Gerona, which stood at 97,937 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Salapungan moved from 3,050 residents to 3,054, an intercensal change of +0.1%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Salapungan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Gerona is a municipality comprising 44 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Salapungan, 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 Salapungan ranks 158th 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.
Barangay Salapungan 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 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 Salapungan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,981
—
—
2020 CPH
3,050
+69
+2.3%
2024 POPCEN
3,054
+4
+0.1%
2015–2020: +2.3% total (+0.46%/yr).2020–2024: +0.1% total (+0.03%/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
9thof 44
Among the top quartile of Gerona by population.
Share of Gerona
3.1%
of the municipality's total 97,937 residents.
Rank in Tarlac
158thof 511
Province-wide percentile: 69.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly 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 Salapungan
Where is Barangay Salapungan located?▾
Barangay Salapungan is a barangay in the municipality of Gerona, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Salapungan hall?▾
Barangay Salapungan 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 Salapungan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Salapungan is Jemuel Sigua Facun (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Salapungan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Salapungan 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 Salapungan part of?▾
Barangay Salapungan is one of 44 barangays in the municipality of Gerona, Tarlac, Philippines.
Is Barangay Salapungan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Salapungan is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
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 Salapungan.
Has the population of Barangay Salapungan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Salapungan went from 3,050 residents to 3,054 — a change of +0.1% 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 Salapungan in?▾
Barangay Salapungan 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 Salapungan. You can browse the full list on our Gerona page.
How many residents does Barangay Salapungan have?▾
Barangay Salapungan had a population of 3,054 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Salapungan?▾
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 Salapungan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Salapungan 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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