Situated in the municipality of Katipunan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Barangay Bulawan is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 1,334 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rasman A. Mente(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bulawan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bulawan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Bulawan is one of the administrative divisions of Katipunan in Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bulawan had a population of 1,334. This made it the 15th largest of 30 barangays in Katipunan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bulawan accounted for approximately 3.07% of the total population of Katipunan, which stood at 43,427 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bulawan moved from 1,601 residents to 1,334, an intercensal change of -16.7%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Bulawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Katipunan is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bulawan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bulawan ranks 286th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte 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 Bulawan 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 Katipunan 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 Bulawan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,672
—
—
2020 CPH
1,601
-71
-4.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,334
-267
-16.7%
2015–2020: -4.2% total (-0.86%/yr).2020–2024: -16.7% total (-4.46%/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 Katipunan
15thof 30
Among the upper half of Katipunan by population.
Share of Katipunan
3.1%
of the municipality's total 43,427 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
286thof 691
Province-wide percentile: 59.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Katipunan (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 Bulawan
Where is Barangay Bulawan located?▾
Barangay Bulawan is a barangay in the municipality of Katipunan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bulawan hall?▾
Barangay Bulawan is located in Katipunan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulawan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulawan is Rasman A. Mente (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bulawan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bulawan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Katipunan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bulawan part of?▾
Barangay Bulawan is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Katipunan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bulawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bulawan 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 Katipunan?▾
Katipunan 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 Bulawan.
Has the population of Barangay Bulawan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bulawan went from 1,601 residents to 1,334 — a change of -16.7% 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 Bulawan in?▾
Barangay Bulawan is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Katipunan.
How many barangays are in Katipunan?▾
Katipunan has 30 barangays, including Barangay Bulawan. You can browse the full list on our Katipunan page.
How many residents does Barangay Bulawan have?▾
Barangay Bulawan had a population of 1,334 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bulawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Katipunan is 7109. 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 Bulawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bulawan 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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