Situated in the municipality of Langiden, Abra, Barangay Malapaao is one of the administrative divisions of CAR. It had a population of 830 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Langiden. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Ronald Blue Madriaga(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Malapaao · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Malapaao
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Malapaao is one of the administrative divisions of Langiden in Abra, CAR, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Malapaao had a population of 830. This made it the 2nd largest of 6 barangays in Langiden by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Malapaao accounted for approximately 24.01% of the total population of Langiden, which stood at 3,457 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Malapaao moved from 834 residents to 830, an intercensal change of -0.5%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Malapaao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Langiden is a municipality comprising 6 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Malapaao, 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 Malapaao ranks 113th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Malapaao 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 Langiden 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 Malapaao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
723
—
—
2020 CPH
834
+111
+15.4%
2024 POPCEN
830
-4
-0.5%
2015–2020: +15.4% total (+2.90%/yr).2020–2024: -0.5% total (-0.12%/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 Langiden
2ndof 6
Among the top quartile of Langiden by population.
Share of Langiden
24.0%
of the municipality's total 3,457 residents.
Rank in Abra
113thof 303
Province-wide percentile: 63.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Langiden (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Malapaao
Where is Barangay Malapaao located?▾
Barangay Malapaao is a barangay in the municipality of Langiden, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Malapaao hall?▾
Barangay Malapaao is located in Langiden, Abra, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Malapaao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Malapaao is Ronald Blue Madriaga (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Malapaao?▾
You can contact Barangay Malapaao via phone at 09272385063.
What municipality is Barangay Malapaao part of?▾
Barangay Malapaao is one of 6 barangays in the municipality of Langiden, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Malapaao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Malapaao 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 Langiden?▾
Langiden 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 Malapaao.
Has the population of Barangay Malapaao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Malapaao went from 834 residents to 830 — a change of -0.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Malapaao in?▾
Barangay Malapaao is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Abra, and is one of 6 barangays administered by Langiden.
How many barangays are in Langiden?▾
Langiden has 6 barangays, including Barangay Malapaao. You can browse the full list on our Langiden page.
How many residents does Barangay Malapaao have?▾
Barangay Malapaao had a population of 830 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Malapaao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Langiden is 2807. 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 Malapaao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Malapaao was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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