Barangay Ambil is a barangay in Looc, Occidental Mindoro, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Looc. It had a population of 1,927 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dodie Templanza Dela Cruz(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ambil · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Ambil
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Ambil is one of the administrative divisions of Looc in Occidental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ambil had a population of 1,927. This made it the 1st largest of 9 barangays in Looc by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ambil accounted for approximately 20.44% of the total population of Looc, which stood at 9,426 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,725 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,927 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +11.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Ambil is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Looc is a municipality comprising 9 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ambil, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Occidental Mindoro, which contains 164 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ambil ranks 104th by 2024 POPCEN population. Occidental Mindoro is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Looc 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 Ambil from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,035
—
—
2020 CPH
1,725
-310
-15.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,927
+202
+11.7%
2015–2020: -15.2% total (-3.25%/yr).2020–2024: +11.7% total (+2.81%/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 Looc
1stof 9
Among the top 10% of Looc by population.
Share of Looc
20.4%
of the municipality's total 9,426 residents.
Rank in Occidental Mindoro
104thof 164
Province-wide percentile: 37.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Looc (municipality) class
5th
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 Ambil in Looc during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Ambil
Where is Barangay Ambil located?▾
Barangay Ambil is a barangay in the municipality of Looc, Occidental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ambil hall?▾
Barangay Ambil is located in Looc, Occidental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ambil?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ambil is Dodie Templanza Dela Cruz (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ambil?▾
You can contact Barangay Ambil via phone at 09122802078.
What municipality is Barangay Ambil part of?▾
Barangay Ambil is one of 9 barangays in the municipality of Looc, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ambil urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ambil 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 Looc?▾
Looc is classified as a 5th 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 Ambil.
Has the population of Barangay Ambil been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ambil went from 1,725 residents to 1,927 — a change of +11.7% 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 Ambil in?▾
Barangay Ambil is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Occidental Mindoro, and is one of 9 barangays administered by Looc.
How many barangays are in Looc?▾
Looc has 9 barangays, including Barangay Ambil. You can browse the full list on our Looc page.
How many residents does Barangay Ambil have?▾
Barangay Ambil had a population of 1,927 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ambil?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Looc is 5111. 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 Ambil, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ambil 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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