Situated in the municipality of Jimalalud, Negros Oriental, Barangay Polopantao is one of the administrative divisions of Negros Island Region. It had a population of 804 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Audie Gordoncillo Gentiles(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Polopantao · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Polopantao
Situated in Jimalalud, Negros Oriental, Barangay Polopantao is one of 28 barangays that make up the municipality within Negros Island Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Polopantao had a population of 804. This made it the 19th largest of 28 barangays in Jimalalud by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Polopantao accounted for approximately 2.44% of the total population of Jimalalud, which stood at 32,996 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,411 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 804 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -43.0%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Polopantao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Jimalalud is a municipality comprising 28 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Polopantao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Polopantao ranks 500th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Polopantao 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 Jimalalud 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 Polopantao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,280
—
—
2020 CPH
1,411
+131
+10.2%
2024 POPCEN
804
-607
-43.0%
2015–2020: +10.2% total (+1.97%/yr).2020–2024: -43.0% total (-13.12%/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 Jimalalud
19thof 28
Among the lower half of Jimalalud by population.
Share of Jimalalud
2.4%
of the municipality's total 32,996 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
500thof 557
Province-wide percentile: 10.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Jimalalud (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 Polopantao
Where is Barangay Polopantao located?▾
Barangay Polopantao is a barangay in the municipality of Jimalalud, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Polopantao hall?▾
Barangay Polopantao is located in Jimalalud, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Polopantao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Polopantao is Audie Gordoncillo Gentiles (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Polopantao?▾
You can contact Barangay Polopantao via phone at 09173857340.
What municipality is Barangay Polopantao part of?▾
Barangay Polopantao is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Jimalalud, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Polopantao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Polopantao 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 Jimalalud?▾
Jimalalud 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 Polopantao.
Has the population of Barangay Polopantao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Polopantao went from 1,411 residents to 804 — a change of -43.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Polopantao in?▾
Barangay Polopantao is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 28 barangays administered by Jimalalud.
How many barangays are in Jimalalud?▾
Jimalalud has 28 barangays, including Barangay Polopantao. You can browse the full list on our Jimalalud page.
How many residents does Barangay Polopantao have?▾
Barangay Polopantao had a population of 804 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Polopantao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Jimalalud is 6212. 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 Polopantao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Polopantao 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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