Situated in the municipality of Gregorio Del Pilar, Ilocos Sur, Barangay Matue-Butarag is one of the administrative divisions of Ilocos Region. It had a population of 578 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Abraham Gagarin Dupay-an(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Matue-Butarag · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Matue-Butarag
Barangay Matue-Butarag forms part of Gregorio Del Pilar, 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 Matue-Butarag had a population of 578. This made it the 4th largest of 7 barangays in Gregorio Del Pilar by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Matue-Butarag accounted for approximately 13.18% of the total population of Gregorio Del Pilar, which stood at 4,385 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Matue-Butarag moved from 687 residents to 578, an intercensal change of -15.9%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Matue-Butarag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Gregorio Del Pilar is a municipality comprising 7 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Matue-Butarag, 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 Matue-Butarag ranks 525th 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.
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 Gregorio Del Pilar 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 Matue-Butarag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
771
—
—
2020 CPH
687
-84
-10.9%
2024 POPCEN
578
-109
-15.9%
2015–2020: -10.9% total (-2.28%/yr).2020–2024: -15.9% total (-4.23%/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 Gregorio Del Pilar
4thof 7
Among the upper half of Gregorio Del Pilar by population.
Share of Gregorio Del Pilar
13.2%
of the municipality's total 4,385 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
525thof 768
Province-wide percentile: 32.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Gregorio Del Pilar (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 Matue-Butarag
Where is Barangay Matue-Butarag located?▾
Barangay Matue-Butarag is a barangay in the municipality of Gregorio Del Pilar, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Matue-Butarag hall?▾
Barangay Matue-Butarag is located in Gregorio Del Pilar, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Matue-Butarag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Matue-Butarag is Abraham Gagarin Dupay-an (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Matue-Butarag?▾
You can contact Barangay Matue-Butarag via phone at 09603746498.
What municipality is Barangay Matue-Butarag part of?▾
Barangay Matue-Butarag is one of 7 barangays in the municipality of Gregorio Del Pilar, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Matue-Butarag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Matue-Butarag 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 Gregorio Del Pilar?▾
Gregorio Del Pilar 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 Matue-Butarag.
Has the population of Barangay Matue-Butarag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Matue-Butarag went from 687 residents to 578 — a change of -15.9% 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 Matue-Butarag in?▾
Barangay Matue-Butarag 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 7 barangays administered by Gregorio Del Pilar.
How many barangays are in Gregorio Del Pilar?▾
Gregorio Del Pilar has 7 barangays, including Barangay Matue-Butarag. You can browse the full list on our Gregorio Del Pilar page.
How many residents does Barangay Matue-Butarag have?▾
Barangay Matue-Butarag had a population of 578 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Matue-Butarag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gregorio Del Pilar is 2720. 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 Matue-Butarag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Matue-Butarag 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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