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Punong Barangay
Christian Garcia Alcantara(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Paalaman · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Paalaman
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Paalaman is one of the administrative divisions of Jala-Jala in Rizal, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Paalaman had a population of 444. This made it the 11th largest of 11 barangays in Jala-Jala by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Paalaman accounted for approximately 1.27% of the total population of Jala-Jala, which stood at 34,901 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 Paalaman changed from 405 to 444, a shift of +9.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Jala-Jala. Barangay Paalaman is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Jala-Jala is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Paalaman, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Rizal, which contains 189 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Paalaman ranks 187th by 2024 POPCEN population. Rizal 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 Jala-Jala 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 Paalaman from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
343
—
—
2020 CPH
405
+62
+18.1%
2024 POPCEN
444
+39
+9.6%
2015–2020: +18.1% total (+3.38%/yr).2020–2024: +9.6% total (+2.33%/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 Jala-Jala
11thof 11
Among the smaller barangays of Jala-Jala by population.
Share of Jala-Jala
1.3%
of the municipality's total 34,901 residents.
Rank in Rizal
187thof 189
Province-wide percentile: 2.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Jala-Jala (municipality) class
4th
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 Paalaman
Where is Barangay Paalaman located?▾
Barangay Paalaman is a barangay in the municipality of Jala-Jala, Rizal, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Paalaman hall?▾
Barangay Paalaman is located in Jala-Jala, Rizal, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Paalaman?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Paalaman is Christian Garcia Alcantara (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Paalaman?▾
You can contact Barangay Paalaman via phone at 09750956681.
What municipality is Barangay Paalaman part of?▾
Barangay Paalaman is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Jala-Jala, Rizal, Philippines.
Is Barangay Paalaman urban or rural?▾
Barangay Paalaman 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 Jala-Jala?▾
Jala-Jala is classified as a 4th 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 Paalaman.
Has the population of Barangay Paalaman been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Paalaman went from 405 residents to 444 — a change of +9.6% 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 Paalaman in?▾
Barangay Paalaman is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Rizal, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Jala-Jala.
How many barangays are in Jala-Jala?▾
Jala-Jala has 11 barangays, including Barangay Paalaman. You can browse the full list on our Jala-Jala page.
How many residents does Barangay Paalaman have?▾
Barangay Paalaman had a population of 444 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Paalaman?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Jala-Jala is 1990. 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 Paalaman, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Paalaman was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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