Barangay Santa Maria is a barangay in Licab, Nueva Ecija, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Licab. It had a population of 4,337 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Albert Magaway Lopez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Maria · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Santa Maria
Barangay Santa Maria forms part of Licab, a municipality in Nueva Ecija, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Maria had a population of 4,337. This made it the 2nd largest of 11 barangays in Licab by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santa Maria accounted for approximately 14.66% of the total population of Licab, which stood at 29,590 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 4,347 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 4,337 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.2%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Santa Maria is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Licab is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santa Maria, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Nueva Ecija, which contains 849 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santa Maria ranks 155th by 2024 POPCEN population. Nueva Ecija 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 Santa Maria 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 Licab 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 Santa Maria from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,249
—
—
2020 CPH
4,347
+98
+2.3%
2024 POPCEN
4,337
-10
-0.2%
2015–2020: +2.3% total (+0.46%/yr).2020–2024: -0.2% total (-0.06%/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 Licab
2ndof 11
Among the top 10% of Licab by population.
Share of Licab
14.7%
of the municipality's total 29,590 residents.
Rank in Nueva Ecija
155thof 849
Province-wide percentile: 82.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Licab (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Santa Maria
Where is Barangay Santa Maria located?▾
Barangay Santa Maria is a barangay in the municipality of Licab, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Maria hall?▾
Barangay Santa Maria is located in Licab, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Maria?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Maria is Albert Magaway Lopez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santa Maria?▾
You can contact Barangay Santa Maria via phone at 09507935763.
What municipality is Barangay Santa Maria part of?▾
Barangay Santa Maria is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Licab, Nueva Ecija, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Maria urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Maria 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 Licab?▾
Licab 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 Santa Maria.
Has the population of Barangay Santa Maria been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Maria went from 4,347 residents to 4,337 — a change of -0.2% 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 Santa Maria in?▾
Barangay Santa Maria is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Nueva Ecija, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Licab.
How many barangays are in Licab?▾
Licab has 11 barangays, including Barangay Santa Maria. You can browse the full list on our Licab page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Maria have?▾
Barangay Santa Maria had a population of 4,337 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Maria?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Licab is 3112. 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 Santa Maria, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Maria was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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