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Punong Barangay
Reynaldo Fabular Macuto(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.)
Situated in Hilongos, Leyte, Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) is one of 51 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) had a population of 2,006. This made it the 10th largest of 51 barangays in Hilongos by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) accounted for approximately 3.00% of the total population of Hilongos, which stood at 66,774 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) moved from 2,493 residents to 2,006, an intercensal change of -19.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Hilongos is a municipality comprising 51 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) ranks 274th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) 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 Hilongos 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 Western Barangay (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,001
—
—
2020 CPH
2,493
-508
-16.9%
2024 POPCEN
2,006
-487
-19.5%
2015–2020: -16.9% total (-3.64%/yr).2020–2024: -19.5% total (-5.29%/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 Hilongos
10thof 51
Among the top quartile of Hilongos by population.
Share of Hilongos
3.0%
of the municipality's total 66,774 residents.
Rank in Leyte
274thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 83.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Hilongos (municipality) class
2nd
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.
What you can request at Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.)
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) in Hilongos during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Hilongos, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) is located in Hilongos, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) is Reynaldo Fabular Macuto (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Hilongos LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) is one of 51 barangays in the municipality of Hilongos, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) 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 Hilongos?▾
Hilongos is classified as a 2nd 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 Western Barangay (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) went from 2,493 residents to 2,006 — a change of -19.5% 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 Western Barangay (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 51 barangays administered by Hilongos.
How many barangays are in Hilongos?▾
Hilongos has 51 barangays, including Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Hilongos page.
How many residents does Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) had a population of 2,006 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Hilongos is 6524. 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 Western Barangay (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.) 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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Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Western Barangay (Pob.)
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