Located in Kumalarang, Zamboanga Del Sur, Barangay Diplo is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Kumalarang. It had a population of 3,992 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Romeo Arca Molina(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Diplo · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Diplo
Barangay Diplo forms part of Kumalarang, a municipality in Zamboanga Del Sur, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Diplo had a population of 3,992. This made it the 2nd largest of 18 barangays in Kumalarang by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Diplo accounted for approximately 12.95% of the total population of Kumalarang, which stood at 30,815 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Diplo moved from 3,750 residents to 3,992, an intercensal change of +6.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Diplo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Kumalarang is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Diplo, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Diplo ranks 103rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Sur 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 Diplo 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 Kumalarang 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 Diplo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,540
—
—
2020 CPH
3,750
+210
+5.9%
2024 POPCEN
3,992
+242
+6.5%
2015–2020: +5.9% total (+1.16%/yr).2020–2024: +6.5% total (+1.58%/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 Kumalarang
2ndof 18
Among the top 10% of Kumalarang by population.
Share of Kumalarang
13.0%
of the municipality's total 30,815 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
103rdof 779
Province-wide percentile: 87.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Kumalarang (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 Diplo
Where is Barangay Diplo located?▾
Barangay Diplo is a barangay in the municipality of Kumalarang, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Diplo hall?▾
Barangay Diplo is located in Kumalarang, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Diplo?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Diplo is Romeo Arca Molina (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Diplo?▾
You can contact Barangay Diplo via phone at +63 965 088 197.
What municipality is Barangay Diplo part of?▾
Barangay Diplo is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Kumalarang, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Diplo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Diplo 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 Kumalarang?▾
Kumalarang 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 Diplo.
Has the population of Barangay Diplo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Diplo went from 3,750 residents to 3,992 — a change of +6.5% 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 Diplo in?▾
Barangay Diplo is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, and is one of 18 barangays administered by Kumalarang.
How many barangays are in Kumalarang?▾
Kumalarang has 18 barangays, including Barangay Diplo. You can browse the full list on our Kumalarang page.
How many residents does Barangay Diplo have?▾
Barangay Diplo had a population of 3,992 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Diplo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Kumalarang is 7013. 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 Diplo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Diplo 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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