Barangay Marong is a barangay in Lambunao, Iloilo, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Lambunao. It had a population of 498 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Benigno Gumban Magno(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Marong · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Marong
Situated in Lambunao, Iloilo, Barangay Marong is one of 73 barangays that make up the municipality within Western Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Marong had a population of 498. This made it the 61st largest of 73 barangays in Lambunao by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Marong accounted for approximately 0.62% of the total population of Lambunao, which stood at 80,724 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 547 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 498 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -9.0%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Marong is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lambunao is a municipality comprising 73 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Marong, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Marong ranks 1469th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Marong 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 Lambunao 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 Marong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
575
—
—
2020 CPH
547
-28
-4.9%
2024 POPCEN
498
-49
-9.0%
2015–2020: -4.9% total (-0.99%/yr).2020–2024: -9.0% total (-2.32%/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 Lambunao
61stof 73
Among the smaller barangays of Lambunao by population.
Share of Lambunao
0.62%
of the municipality's total 80,724 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1469thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 23.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Lambunao (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 Marong
Where is Barangay Marong located?▾
Barangay Marong is a barangay in the municipality of Lambunao, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Marong hall?▾
Barangay Marong is located in Lambunao, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Marong?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Marong is Benigno Gumban Magno (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Marong?▾
You can contact Barangay Marong via phone at 09196693732.
What municipality is Barangay Marong part of?▾
Barangay Marong is one of 73 barangays in the municipality of Lambunao, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Marong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Marong 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 Lambunao?▾
Lambunao 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 Marong.
Has the population of Barangay Marong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Marong went from 547 residents to 498 — a change of -9.0% 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 Marong in?▾
Barangay Marong is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 73 barangays administered by Lambunao.
How many barangays are in Lambunao?▾
Lambunao has 73 barangays, including Barangay Marong. You can browse the full list on our Lambunao page.
How many residents does Barangay Marong have?▾
Barangay Marong had a population of 498 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Marong?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lambunao is 5042. 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 Marong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Marong was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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