Barangay 3 (Pob.) is a barangay in Isabela, Negros Occidental, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Isabela. It had a population of 904 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ernesto Magtubo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay 3 (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay 3 (Pob.)
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay 3 (Pob.) is one of the administrative divisions of Isabela in Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay 3 (Pob.) had a population of 904. This made it the 27th largest of 30 barangays in Isabela by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay 3 (Pob.) accounted for approximately 1.38% of the total population of Isabela, which stood at 65,399 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay 3 (Pob.) moved from 886 residents to 904, an intercensal change of +2.0%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay 3 (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Isabela is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay 3 (Pob.), 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 3 (Pob.) ranks 599th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay 3 (Pob.) 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 Isabela 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 3 (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
917
—
—
2020 CPH
886
-31
-3.4%
2024 POPCEN
904
+18
+2.0%
2015–2020: -3.4% total (-0.69%/yr).2020–2024: +2.0% total (+0.50%/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 Isabela
27thof 30
Among the smaller barangays of Isabela by population.
Share of Isabela
1.4%
of the municipality's total 65,399 residents.
Rank in Negros Occidental
599thof 662
Province-wide percentile: 10.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Isabela (municipality) class
2nd
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 3 (Pob.)
Where is Barangay 3 (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay 3 (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Isabela, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay 3 (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay 3 (Pob.) is located in Isabela, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay 3 (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay 3 (Pob.) is Ernesto Magtubo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay 3 (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay 3 (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Isabela LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay 3 (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay 3 (Pob.) is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Isabela, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay 3 (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay 3 (Pob.) 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 Isabela?▾
Isabela is classified as a 2nd 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 3 (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay 3 (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay 3 (Pob.) went from 886 residents to 904 — a change of +2.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay 3 (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay 3 (Pob.) 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 30 barangays administered by Isabela.
How many barangays are in Isabela?▾
Isabela has 30 barangays, including Barangay 3 (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Isabela page.
How many residents does Barangay 3 (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay 3 (Pob.) had a population of 904 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay 3 (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Isabela is 6128. 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 3 (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay 3 (Pob.) 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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