Situated in the municipality of Hingyon, Ifugao, Barangay Bitu is one of the administrative divisions of CAR. It had a population of 569 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Edward Dulnuan Nanglegan SR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bitu · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay Bitu
Barangay Bitu forms part of Hingyon, a municipality in Ifugao, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bitu had a population of 569. This made it the 9th largest of 12 barangays in Hingyon by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bitu accounted for approximately 5.71% of the total population of Hingyon, which stood at 9,966 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 Bitu changed from 575 to 569, a shift of -1.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Hingyon. Barangay Bitu is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Hingyon is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bitu, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ifugao, which contains 176 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bitu ranks 133rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Ifugao is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Bitu 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 Hingyon 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 Bitu from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
520
—
—
2020 CPH
575
+55
+10.6%
2024 POPCEN
569
-6
-1.0%
2015–2020: +10.6% total (+2.03%/yr).2020–2024: -1.0% total (-0.26%/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 Hingyon
9thof 12
Among the lower half of Hingyon by population.
Share of Hingyon
5.7%
of the municipality's total 9,966 residents.
Rank in Ifugao
133rdof 176
Province-wide percentile: 25.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Hingyon (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 Bitu
Where is Barangay Bitu located?▾
Barangay Bitu is a barangay in the municipality of Hingyon, Ifugao, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bitu hall?▾
Barangay Bitu is located in Hingyon, Ifugao, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bitu?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bitu is Edward Dulnuan Nanglegan SR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bitu?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bitu is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Hingyon LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bitu part of?▾
Barangay Bitu is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Hingyon, Ifugao, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bitu urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bitu 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 Hingyon?▾
Hingyon 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 Bitu.
Has the population of Barangay Bitu been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bitu went from 575 residents to 569 — a change of -1.0% 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 Bitu in?▾
Barangay Bitu is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Ifugao, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Hingyon.
How many barangays are in Hingyon?▾
Hingyon has 12 barangays, including Barangay Bitu. You can browse the full list on our Hingyon page.
How many residents does Barangay Bitu have?▾
Barangay Bitu had a population of 569 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bitu?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Hingyon is 3607. 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 Bitu, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bitu was last updated on 2026-05-29. 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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