Barangay Umalbong is a barangay in Hingyon, Ifugao, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Hingyon. It had a population of 723 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Orlando Kinhude Tul-o(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Umalbong · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Umalbong
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Umalbong is one of the administrative divisions of Hingyon in Ifugao, CAR, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Umalbong had a population of 723. This made it the 7th largest of 12 barangays in Hingyon by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Umalbong accounted for approximately 7.25% 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 Umalbong changed from 742 to 723, a shift of -2.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Hingyon. Barangay Umalbong 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 Umalbong, 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 Umalbong ranks 120th 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 Umalbong 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 Umalbong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
633
—
—
2020 CPH
742
+109
+17.2%
2024 POPCEN
723
-19
-2.6%
2015–2020: +17.2% total (+3.23%/yr).2020–2024: -2.6% total (-0.65%/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
7thof 12
Among the upper half of Hingyon by population.
Share of Hingyon
7.3%
of the municipality's total 9,966 residents.
Rank in Ifugao
120thof 176
Province-wide percentile: 32.
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 Umalbong
Where is Barangay Umalbong located?▾
Barangay Umalbong is a barangay in the municipality of Hingyon, Ifugao, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Umalbong hall?▾
Barangay Umalbong 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 Umalbong?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Umalbong is Orlando Kinhude Tul-o (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Umalbong?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Umalbong 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 Umalbong part of?▾
Barangay Umalbong is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Hingyon, Ifugao, Philippines.
Is Barangay Umalbong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Umalbong 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 Umalbong.
Has the population of Barangay Umalbong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Umalbong went from 742 residents to 723 — a change of -2.6% 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 Umalbong in?▾
Barangay Umalbong 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 Umalbong. You can browse the full list on our Hingyon page.
How many residents does Barangay Umalbong have?▾
Barangay Umalbong had a population of 723 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Umalbong?▾
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 Umalbong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Umalbong 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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