Barangay Tigbawan is a barangay in Leyte, Leyte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Leyte. It had a population of 1,296 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Raul S Cañas(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tigbawan · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-10.9% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Tigbawan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,454
—
—
2020 CPH
1,300
-154
-10.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,296
-4
-0.3%
2015–2020: -10.6% total (-2.21%/yr).2020–2024: -0.3% total (-0.08%/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 Leyte
11thof 30
Among the upper half of Leyte by population.
Share of Leyte
3.2%
of the municipality's total 40,622 residents.
Rank in Leyte
508thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 69.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Leyte (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 Tigbawan
Situated in Leyte, Leyte, Barangay Tigbawan is one of 30 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tigbawan had a population of 1,296. This made it the 11th largest of 30 barangays in Leyte by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tigbawan accounted for approximately 3.19% of the total population of Leyte, which stood at 40,622 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Tigbawan moved from 1,300 residents to 1,296, an intercensal change of -0.3%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Tigbawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Leyte is a municipality of 30 barangays, of which Barangay Tigbawan is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tigbawan ranks 508th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte 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 Leyte 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 Tigbawan
Where is Barangay Tigbawan located?▾
Barangay Tigbawan is a barangay in the municipality of Leyte, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tigbawan hall?▾
Barangay Tigbawan is located in Leyte, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tigbawan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Tigbawan is Raul S Cañas (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Tigbawan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tigbawan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Leyte LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tigbawan part of?▾
Barangay Tigbawan is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Leyte, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tigbawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tigbawan 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 Leyte?▾
Leyte 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 Tigbawan.
Has the population of Barangay Tigbawan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tigbawan went from 1,300 residents to 1,296 — a change of -0.3% 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 Tigbawan in?▾
Barangay Tigbawan is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Leyte.
How many barangays are in Leyte?▾
Leyte has 30 barangays, including Barangay Tigbawan. You can browse the full list on our Leyte page.
How many residents does Barangay Tigbawan have?▾
Barangay Tigbawan had a population of 1,296 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tigbawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Leyte is 6533. 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 Tigbawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tigbawan 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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