Barangay Kapito is a local government unit in Lian, Batangas, in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines. It had a population of 3,543 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Efren Mercado Abellera(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kapito · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Kapito
Barangay Kapito is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Lian, located in the province of Batangas, in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kapito had a population of 3,543. This made it the 8th largest of 19 barangays in Lian by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kapito accounted for approximately 6.24% of the total population of Lian, which stood at 56,788 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 Kapito changed from 3,729 to 3,543, a shift of -5.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Lian. Barangay Kapito is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lian is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kapito, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Batangas, which contains 1,078 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kapito ranks 239th by 2024 POPCEN population. Batangas is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Kapito 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 Lian 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 Kapito from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,273
—
—
2020 CPH
3,729
+456
+13.9%
2024 POPCEN
3,543
-186
-5.0%
2015–2020: +13.9% total (+2.64%/yr).2020–2024: -5.0% total (-1.27%/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 Lian
8thof 19
Among the upper half of Lian by population.
Share of Lian
6.2%
of the municipality's total 56,788 residents.
Rank in Batangas
239thof 1,078
Province-wide percentile: 78.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Lian (municipality) class
3rd
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 Kapito
Where is Barangay Kapito located?▾
Barangay Kapito is a barangay in the municipality of Lian, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kapito hall?▾
Barangay Kapito is located in Lian, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kapito?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Kapito is Efren Mercado Abellera (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kapito?▾
You can contact Barangay Kapito via phone at 09650511227.
What municipality is Barangay Kapito part of?▾
Barangay Kapito is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Lian, Batangas, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kapito urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kapito 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 Lian?▾
Lian is classified as a 3rd 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 Kapito.
Has the population of Barangay Kapito been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Kapito went from 3,729 residents to 3,543 — a change of -5.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Kapito in?▾
Barangay Kapito is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Batangas, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Lian.
How many barangays are in Lian?▾
Lian has 19 barangays, including Barangay Kapito. You can browse the full list on our Lian page.
How many residents does Barangay Kapito have?▾
Barangay Kapito had a population of 3,543 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kapito?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lian is 4216. 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 Kapito, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kapito was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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