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Punong Barangay
Cirilo Escalante Ermeje(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lab-on · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Lab-on
Barangay Lab-on is a very small barangay in the municipality of Igbaras, located in the province of Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lab-on had a population of 349. This made it the 36th largest of 46 barangays in Igbaras by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lab-on accounted for approximately 1.08% of the total population of Igbaras, which stood at 32,442 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 291 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 349 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +19.9%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Lab-on is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Igbaras is a municipality comprising 46 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lab-on, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lab-on ranks 1678th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Igbaras 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 Lab-on from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
313
—
—
2020 CPH
291
-22
-7.0%
2024 POPCEN
349
+58
+19.9%
2015–2020: -7.0% total (-1.45%/yr).2020–2024: +19.9% total (+4.65%/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 Igbaras
36thof 46
Among the smaller barangays of Igbaras by population.
Share of Igbaras
1.1%
of the municipality's total 32,442 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1678thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 12.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Igbaras (municipality) class
3rd
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 Lab-on
Where is Barangay Lab-on located?▾
Barangay Lab-on is a barangay in the municipality of Igbaras, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lab-on hall?▾
Barangay Lab-on is located in Igbaras, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lab-on?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lab-on is Cirilo Escalante Ermeje (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lab-on?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lab-on is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Igbaras LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lab-on part of?▾
Barangay Lab-on is one of 46 barangays in the municipality of Igbaras, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lab-on urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lab-on 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 Igbaras?▾
Igbaras is classified as a 3rd 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 Lab-on.
Has the population of Barangay Lab-on been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lab-on went from 291 residents to 349 — a change of +19.9% 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 Lab-on in?▾
Barangay Lab-on is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 46 barangays administered by Igbaras.
How many barangays are in Igbaras?▾
Igbaras has 46 barangays, including Barangay Lab-on. You can browse the full list on our Igbaras page.
How many residents does Barangay Lab-on have?▾
Barangay Lab-on had a population of 349 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lab-on?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Igbaras is 5029. 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 Lab-on, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lab-on 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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