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Punong Barangay
Orlando Aguinse Molitas(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tawangan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Tawangan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Tawangan is one of the administrative divisions of Kabayan in Benguet, CAR, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tawangan had a population of 1,281. This made it the 5th largest of 13 barangays in Kabayan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tawangan accounted for approximately 8.09% of the total population of Kabayan, which stood at 15,841 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,010 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,281 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +26.8%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Tawangan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Kabayan is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tawangan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Benguet, which contains 269 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tawangan ranks 197th by 2024 POPCEN population. Benguet is classified as a 2nd 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 Kabayan 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 Tawangan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
878
—
—
2020 CPH
1,010
+132
+15.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,281
+271
+26.8%
2015–2020: +15.0% total (+2.84%/yr).2020–2024: +26.8% total (+6.12%/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 Kabayan
5thof 13
Among the upper half of Kabayan by population.
Share of Kabayan
8.1%
of the municipality's total 15,841 residents.
Rank in Benguet
197thof 269
Province-wide percentile: 27.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Kabayan (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 Tawangan
Where is Barangay Tawangan located?▾
Barangay Tawangan is a barangay in the municipality of Kabayan, Benguet, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tawangan hall?▾
Barangay Tawangan is located in Kabayan, Benguet, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tawangan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tawangan is Orlando Aguinse Molitas (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tawangan?▾
You can contact Barangay Tawangan via phone at 09069268980.
What municipality is Barangay Tawangan part of?▾
Barangay Tawangan is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Kabayan, Benguet, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tawangan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tawangan 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 Kabayan?▾
Kabayan 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 Tawangan.
Has the population of Barangay Tawangan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tawangan went from 1,010 residents to 1,281 — a change of +26.8% 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 Tawangan in?▾
Barangay Tawangan is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Benguet, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Kabayan.
How many barangays are in Kabayan?▾
Kabayan has 13 barangays, including Barangay Tawangan. You can browse the full list on our Kabayan page.
How many residents does Barangay Tawangan have?▾
Barangay Tawangan had a population of 1,281 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tawangan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Kabayan is 2606. 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 Tawangan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tawangan 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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