Barangay Malila is a local government unit in Liloy, Zamboanga Del Norte, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines. It had a population of 523 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Felix Paigan Escobido(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Malila · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+5.0% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Malila from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
498
—
—
2020 CPH
478
-20
-4.0%
2024 POPCEN
523
+45
+9.4%
2015–2020: -4.0% total (-0.82%/yr).2020–2024: +9.4% total (+2.27%/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 Liloy
31stof 37
Among the smaller barangays of Liloy by population.
Share of Liloy
1.2%
of the municipality's total 41,881 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
622ndof 691
Province-wide percentile: 10.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Liloy (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.
About Barangay Malila
Barangay Malila is a small barangay in the municipality of Liloy, located in the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Malila had a population of 523. This made it the 31st largest of 37 barangays in Liloy by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Malila accounted for approximately 1.25% of the total population of Liloy, which stood at 41,881 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Malila moved from 478 residents to 523, an intercensal change of +9.4%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Malila is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Liloy is a municipality of 37 barangays, of which Barangay Malila is one. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Malila ranks 622nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte 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 Liloy 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 Malila
Where is Barangay Malila located?▾
Barangay Malila is a barangay in the municipality of Liloy, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Malila hall?▾
Barangay Malila is located in Liloy, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Malila?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Malila is Felix Paigan Escobido (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Malila?▾
You can contact Barangay Malila via phone at 09269553126.
What municipality is Barangay Malila part of?▾
Barangay Malila is one of 37 barangays in the municipality of Liloy, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Malila urban or rural?▾
Barangay Malila 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 Liloy?▾
Liloy 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 Malila.
Has the population of Barangay Malila been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Malila went from 478 residents to 523 — a change of +9.4% 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 Malila in?▾
Barangay Malila is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 37 barangays administered by Liloy.
How many barangays are in Liloy?▾
Liloy has 37 barangays, including Barangay Malila. You can browse the full list on our Liloy page.
How many residents does Barangay Malila have?▾
Barangay Malila had a population of 523 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Malila?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Liloy is 7115. 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 Malila, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Malila was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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