Barangay Balatbat is a local government unit in Lobo, Batangas, in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,481 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Lobo. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
James Gonzales Driz(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balatbat · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Balatbat
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Balatbat is one of the administrative divisions of Lobo in Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balatbat had a population of 2,481. This made it the 3rd largest of 26 barangays in Lobo by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balatbat accounted for approximately 6.01% of the total population of Lobo, which stood at 41,251 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Balatbat moved from 2,443 residents to 2,481, an intercensal change of +1.6%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Balatbat is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lobo is a municipality comprising 26 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balatbat, 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 Balatbat ranks 417th 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 Balatbat 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 Lobo 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 Balatbat from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,400
—
—
2020 CPH
2,443
+43
+1.8%
2024 POPCEN
2,481
+38
+1.6%
2015–2020: +1.8% total (+0.36%/yr).2020–2024: +1.6% total (+0.39%/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 Lobo
3rdof 26
Among the top 10% of Lobo by population.
Share of Lobo
6.0%
of the municipality's total 41,251 residents.
Rank in Batangas
417thof 1,078
Province-wide percentile: 61.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Lobo (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Balatbat in Lobo during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Balatbat
Where is Barangay Balatbat located?▾
Barangay Balatbat is a barangay in the municipality of Lobo, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balatbat hall?▾
Barangay Balatbat is located in Lobo, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balatbat?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balatbat is James Gonzales Driz (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balatbat?▾
You can contact Barangay Balatbat via phone at 09752791157.
What municipality is Barangay Balatbat part of?▾
Barangay Balatbat is one of 26 barangays in the municipality of Lobo, Batangas, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balatbat urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balatbat 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 Lobo?▾
Lobo 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 Balatbat.
Has the population of Barangay Balatbat been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balatbat went from 2,443 residents to 2,481 — a change of +1.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Balatbat in?▾
Barangay Balatbat is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Batangas, and is one of 26 barangays administered by Lobo.
How many barangays are in Lobo?▾
Lobo has 26 barangays, including Barangay Balatbat. You can browse the full list on our Lobo page.
How many residents does Barangay Balatbat have?▾
Barangay Balatbat had a population of 2,481 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balatbat?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lobo is 4229. 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 Balatbat, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balatbat was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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