Barangay Balongating is a barangay in Guipos, Zamboanga Del Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Guipos. It had a population of 2,121 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Edwin Cubio Baloro(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balongating · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Balongating
Situated in Guipos, Zamboanga Del Sur, Barangay Balongating is one of 17 barangays that make up the municipality within Zamboanga Peninsula.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balongating had a population of 2,121. This made it the 2nd largest of 17 barangays in Guipos by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balongating accounted for approximately 9.57% of the total population of Guipos, which stood at 22,173 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Balongating changed from 2,160 to 2,121, a shift of -1.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Guipos. Barangay Balongating is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Guipos is a municipality comprising 17 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balongating, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balongating ranks 193rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del 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 Balongating 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 Guipos 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 Balongating from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,065
—
—
2020 CPH
2,160
+95
+4.6%
2024 POPCEN
2,121
-39
-1.8%
2015–2020: +4.6% total (+0.90%/yr).2020–2024: -1.8% total (-0.45%/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 Guipos
2ndof 17
Among the top 10% of Guipos by population.
Share of Guipos
9.6%
of the municipality's total 22,173 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
193rdof 779
Province-wide percentile: 75.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Guipos (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Balongating
Where is Barangay Balongating located?▾
Barangay Balongating is a barangay in the municipality of Guipos, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balongating hall?▾
Barangay Balongating is located in Guipos, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balongating?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balongating is Edwin Cubio Baloro (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balongating?▾
You can contact Barangay Balongating via phone at 09053247982.
What municipality is Barangay Balongating part of?▾
Barangay Balongating is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Guipos, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balongating urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balongating 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 Guipos?▾
Guipos 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 Balongating.
Has the population of Barangay Balongating been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balongating went from 2,160 residents to 2,121 — a change of -1.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Balongating in?▾
Barangay Balongating is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, and is one of 17 barangays administered by Guipos.
How many barangays are in Guipos?▾
Guipos has 17 barangays, including Barangay Balongating. You can browse the full list on our Guipos page.
How many residents does Barangay Balongating have?▾
Barangay Balongating had a population of 2,121 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balongating?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Guipos is 7042. 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 Balongating, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balongating 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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