Located in Hinabangan, Samar, Barangay Lim-ao is one of 21 barangays in the municipality of Hinabangan. It had a population of 297 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Sanito Abanag Acutim(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lim-ao · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Lim-ao
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Lim-ao is one of the administrative divisions of Hinabangan in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lim-ao had a population of 297. This made it the 15th largest of 21 barangays in Hinabangan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lim-ao accounted for approximately 2.15% of the total population of Hinabangan, which stood at 13,791 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 302 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 297 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -1.7%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Lim-ao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Hinabangan is a municipality comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lim-ao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lim-ao ranks 737th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar 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 Lim-ao 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 Hinabangan 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 Lim-ao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
332
—
—
2020 CPH
302
-30
-9.0%
2024 POPCEN
297
-5
-1.7%
2015–2020: -9.0% total (-1.88%/yr).2020–2024: -1.7% total (-0.42%/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 Hinabangan
15thof 21
Among the lower half of Hinabangan by population.
Share of Hinabangan
2.2%
of the municipality's total 13,791 residents.
Rank in Samar
737thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 23.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Hinabangan (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 Lim-ao
Where is Barangay Lim-ao located?▾
Barangay Lim-ao is a barangay in the municipality of Hinabangan, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lim-ao hall?▾
Barangay Lim-ao is located in Hinabangan, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lim-ao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lim-ao is Sanito Abanag Acutim (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lim-ao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lim-ao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Hinabangan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lim-ao part of?▾
Barangay Lim-ao is one of 21 barangays in the municipality of Hinabangan, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lim-ao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lim-ao 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 Hinabangan?▾
Hinabangan 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 Lim-ao.
Has the population of Barangay Lim-ao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lim-ao went from 302 residents to 297 — a change of -1.7% 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 Lim-ao in?▾
Barangay Lim-ao is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 21 barangays administered by Hinabangan.
How many barangays are in Hinabangan?▾
Hinabangan has 21 barangays, including Barangay Lim-ao. You can browse the full list on our Hinabangan page.
How many residents does Barangay Lim-ao have?▾
Barangay Lim-ao had a population of 297 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lim-ao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Hinabangan is 6713. 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 Lim-ao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lim-ao was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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