Situated in the municipality of La Trinidad, Benguet, Barangay Wangal is one of the administrative divisions of CAR. It had a population of 6,484 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Alfredo Laoyan Agmaliw JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Wangal · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Wangal
Situated in La Trinidad, Benguet, Barangay Wangal is one of 16 barangays that make up the municipality within CAR.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Wangal had a population of 6,484. This made it the 9th largest of 16 barangays in La Trinidad by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Wangal accounted for approximately 4.54% of the total population of La Trinidad, which stood at 142,925 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 6,750 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 6,484 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -3.9%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Wangal is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
La Trinidad is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Wangal, 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 Wangal ranks 33rd 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 La Trinidad 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 Wangal from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
5,942
—
—
2020 CPH
6,750
+808
+13.6%
2024 POPCEN
6,484
-266
-3.9%
2015–2020: +13.6% total (+2.58%/yr).2020–2024: -3.9% total (-1.00%/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 Trinidad
9thof 16
Among the upper half of La Trinidad by population.
Share of La Trinidad
4.5%
of the municipality's total 142,925 residents.
Rank in Benguet
33rdof 269
Province-wide percentile: 88.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
La Trinidad (municipality) class
1st
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 Wangal
Where is Barangay Wangal located?▾
Barangay Wangal is a barangay in the municipality of La Trinidad, Benguet, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Wangal hall?▾
Barangay Wangal is located in La Trinidad, Benguet, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Wangal?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Wangal is Alfredo Laoyan Agmaliw JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Wangal?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Wangal is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official La Trinidad LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Wangal part of?▾
Barangay Wangal is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines.
Is Barangay Wangal urban or rural?▾
Barangay Wangal is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of La Trinidad?▾
La Trinidad is classified as a 1st 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 Wangal.
Has the population of Barangay Wangal been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Wangal went from 6,750 residents to 6,484 — a change of -3.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Wangal in?▾
Barangay Wangal is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Benguet, and is one of 16 barangays administered by La Trinidad.
How many barangays are in La Trinidad?▾
La Trinidad has 16 barangays, including Barangay Wangal. You can browse the full list on our La Trinidad page.
How many residents does Barangay Wangal have?▾
Barangay Wangal had a population of 6,484 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Wangal?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for La Trinidad is 2601. 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 Wangal, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Wangal 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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