Barangay Suclema is a barangay in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Ipil. It had a population of 1,582 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ernie Palabrica Zamora(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Suclema · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Suclema
Barangay Suclema is a small barangay in the municipality of Ipil, located in the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Suclema had a population of 1,582. This made it the 21st largest of 28 barangays in Ipil by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Suclema accounted for approximately 1.64% of the total population of Ipil, which stood at 96,363 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,271 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,582 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +24.5%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Suclema is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Ipil is a municipality comprising 28 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Suclema, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Sibugay, which contains 389 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Suclema ranks 150th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Sibugay is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Suclema 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 Ipil 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 Suclema from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
624
—
—
2020 CPH
1,271
+647
+103.7%
2024 POPCEN
1,582
+311
+24.5%
2015–2020: +103.7% total (+15.29%/yr).2020–2024: +24.5% total (+5.62%/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 Ipil
21stof 28
Among the lower half of Ipil by population.
Share of Ipil
1.6%
of the municipality's total 96,363 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Sibugay
150thof 389
Province-wide percentile: 62.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Ipil (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 Suclema
Where is Barangay Suclema located?▾
Barangay Suclema is a barangay in the municipality of Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Suclema hall?▾
Barangay Suclema is located in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Suclema?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Suclema is Ernie Palabrica Zamora (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Suclema?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Suclema is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Ipil LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Suclema part of?▾
Barangay Suclema is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Suclema urban or rural?▾
Barangay Suclema 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 Ipil?▾
Ipil 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 Suclema.
Has the population of Barangay Suclema been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Suclema went from 1,271 residents to 1,582 — a change of +24.5% 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 Suclema in?▾
Barangay Suclema is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, and is one of 28 barangays administered by Ipil.
How many barangays are in Ipil?▾
Ipil has 28 barangays, including Barangay Suclema. You can browse the full list on our Ipil page.
How many residents does Barangay Suclema have?▾
Barangay Suclema had a population of 1,582 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Suclema?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Ipil is 7001. 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 Suclema, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Suclema was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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