Barangay Montabiong is a barangay in Lagawe, Ifugao, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Lagawe. It had a population of 525 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Nelson Joseph Malinayo Butale Sr(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Montabiong · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay Montabiong
Situated in Lagawe, Ifugao, Barangay Montabiong is one of 20 barangays that make up the municipality within CAR.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Montabiong had a population of 525. This made it the 10th largest of 20 barangays in Lagawe by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Montabiong accounted for approximately 2.75% of the total population of Lagawe, which stood at 19,124 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Montabiong changed from 500 to 525, a shift of +5.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Lagawe. Barangay Montabiong is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lagawe is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Montabiong, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ifugao, which contains 176 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Montabiong ranks 140th by 2024 POPCEN population. Ifugao is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Montabiong is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Lagawe 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 Montabiong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
497
—
—
2020 CPH
500
+3
+0.6%
2024 POPCEN
525
+25
+5.0%
2015–2020: +0.6% total (+0.12%/yr).2020–2024: +5.0% total (+1.23%/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 Lagawe
10thof 20
Among the upper half of Lagawe by population.
Share of Lagawe
2.7%
of the municipality's total 19,124 residents.
Rank in Ifugao
140thof 176
Province-wide percentile: 21.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Lagawe (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 Montabiong
Where is Barangay Montabiong located?▾
Barangay Montabiong is a barangay in the municipality of Lagawe, Ifugao, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Montabiong hall?▾
Barangay Montabiong is located in Lagawe, Ifugao, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Montabiong?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Montabiong is Nelson Joseph Malinayo Butale Sr (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Montabiong?▾
You can contact Barangay Montabiong via phone at 09367049118.
What municipality is Barangay Montabiong part of?▾
Barangay Montabiong is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Lagawe, Ifugao, Philippines.
Is Barangay Montabiong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Montabiong 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 Lagawe?▾
Lagawe 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 Montabiong.
Has the population of Barangay Montabiong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Montabiong went from 500 residents to 525 — a change of +5.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Montabiong in?▾
Barangay Montabiong is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Ifugao, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Lagawe.
How many barangays are in Lagawe?▾
Lagawe has 20 barangays, including Barangay Montabiong. You can browse the full list on our Lagawe page.
How many residents does Barangay Montabiong have?▾
Barangay Montabiong had a population of 525 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Montabiong?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lagawe is 3600. 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 Montabiong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Montabiong was last updated on 2026-05-29. 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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