Situated in the municipality of Hinoba-An, Negros Occidental, Barangay Asia is one of the administrative divisions of Negros Island Region. It had a population of 9,407 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Elias Padayogdog Manlangit(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Asia · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Asia
Barangay Asia forms part of Hinoba-An, a municipality in Negros Occidental, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Asia had a population of 9,407. This made it the 1st largest of 13 barangays in Hinoba-An by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Asia accounted for approximately 14.62% of the total population of Hinoba-An, which stood at 64,364 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Asia moved from 8,857 residents to 9,407, an intercensal change of +6.2%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Asia is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Hinoba-An is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Asia, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Occidental, which contains 662 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Asia ranks 75th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Occidental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Asia 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 Hinoba-An 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 Asia from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
8,001
—
—
2020 CPH
8,857
+856
+10.7%
2024 POPCEN
9,407
+550
+6.2%
2015–2020: +10.7% total (+2.05%/yr).2020–2024: +6.2% total (+1.52%/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 Hinoba-An
1stof 13
Among the top 10% of Hinoba-An by population.
Share of Hinoba-An
14.6%
of the municipality's total 64,364 residents.
Rank in Negros Occidental
75thof 662
Province-wide percentile: 89.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Hinoba-An (municipality) class
1st
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 Asia
Where is Barangay Asia located?▾
Barangay Asia is a barangay in the municipality of Hinoba-An, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Asia hall?▾
Barangay Asia is located in Hinoba-An, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Asia?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Asia is Elias Padayogdog Manlangit (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Asia?▾
You can contact Barangay Asia via phone at 09067495631.
What municipality is Barangay Asia part of?▾
Barangay Asia is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Hinoba-An, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Asia urban or rural?▾
Barangay Asia is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Hinoba-An?▾
Hinoba-An is classified as a 1st 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 Asia.
Has the population of Barangay Asia been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Asia went from 8,857 residents to 9,407 — a change of +6.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Asia in?▾
Barangay Asia is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Occidental, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Hinoba-An.
How many barangays are in Hinoba-An?▾
Hinoba-An has 13 barangays, including Barangay Asia. You can browse the full list on our Hinoba-An page.
How many residents does Barangay Asia have?▾
Barangay Asia had a population of 9,407 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Asia?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Hinoba-An is 6114. 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 Asia, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Asia was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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