Barangay Canan is a barangay in La Paz, Abra, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of La Paz. It had a population of 1,359 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Conceso Adriatico Adriatico(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Canan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Canan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Canan is one of the administrative divisions of La Paz in Abra, CAR, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Canan had a population of 1,359. This made it the 6th largest of 12 barangays in La Paz by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Canan accounted for approximately 8.49% of the total population of La Paz, which stood at 16,014 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,532 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,359 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -11.3%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Canan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
La Paz is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Canan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Abra, which contains 303 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Canan ranks 42nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Abra is classified as a 3rd 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 La Paz 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 Canan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,384
—
—
2020 CPH
1,532
+148
+10.7%
2024 POPCEN
1,359
-173
-11.3%
2015–2020: +10.7% total (+2.05%/yr).2020–2024: -11.3% total (-2.95%/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 La Paz
6thof 12
Among the upper half of La Paz by population.
Share of La Paz
8.5%
of the municipality's total 16,014 residents.
Rank in Abra
42ndof 303
Province-wide percentile: 86.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
La Paz (municipality) class
5th
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Canan in La Paz during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Canan
Where is Barangay Canan located?▾
Barangay Canan is a barangay in the municipality of La Paz, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Canan hall?▾
Barangay Canan is located in La Paz, Abra, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Canan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Canan is Conceso Adriatico Adriatico (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Canan?▾
You can contact Barangay Canan via phone at 09199098890.
What municipality is Barangay Canan part of?▾
Barangay Canan is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of La Paz, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Canan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Canan 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 La Paz?▾
La Paz is classified as a 5th 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 Canan.
Has the population of Barangay Canan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Canan went from 1,532 residents to 1,359 — a change of -11.3% 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 Canan in?▾
Barangay Canan is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Abra, and is one of 12 barangays administered by La Paz.
How many barangays are in La Paz?▾
La Paz has 12 barangays, including Barangay Canan. You can browse the full list on our La Paz page.
How many residents does Barangay Canan have?▾
Barangay Canan had a population of 1,359 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Canan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for La Paz is 2826. 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 Canan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Canan was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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