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Punong Barangay
Remegio Mercado Deocadiz(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Marapal · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+16.5% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Marapal from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
877
—
—
2020 CPH
965
+88
+10.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,022
+57
+5.9%
2015–2020: +10.0% total (+1.93%/yr).2020–2024: +5.9% total (+1.45%/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 Lemery
17thof 31
Among the lower half of Lemery by population.
Share of Lemery
3.1%
of the municipality's total 32,836 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
884thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Lemery (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.
About Barangay Marapal
Situated in Lemery, Iloilo, Barangay Marapal is one of 31 barangays that make up the municipality within Western Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Marapal had a population of 1,022. This made it the 17th largest of 31 barangays in Lemery by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Marapal accounted for approximately 3.11% of the total population of Lemery, which stood at 32,836 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 Marapal changed from 965 to 1,022, a shift of +5.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Lemery. Barangay Marapal is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lemery is a municipality of 31 barangays, of which Barangay Marapal is one. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Marapal ranks 884th 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.
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 Lemery 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Marapal
Where is Barangay Marapal located?▾
Barangay Marapal is a barangay in the municipality of Lemery, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Marapal hall?▾
Barangay Marapal is located in Lemery, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Marapal?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Marapal is Remegio Mercado Deocadiz (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Marapal?▾
You can contact Barangay Marapal via phone at 09951937542.
What municipality is Barangay Marapal part of?▾
Barangay Marapal is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Lemery, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Marapal urban or rural?▾
Barangay Marapal 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 Lemery?▾
Lemery 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 Marapal.
Has the population of Barangay Marapal been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Marapal went from 965 residents to 1,022 — a change of +5.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Marapal in?▾
Barangay Marapal 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 31 barangays administered by Lemery.
How many barangays are in Lemery?▾
Lemery has 31 barangays, including Barangay Marapal. You can browse the full list on our Lemery page.
How many residents does Barangay Marapal have?▾
Barangay Marapal had a population of 1,022 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Marapal?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lemery is 5043. 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 Marapal, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Marapal was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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