Looc · Occidental Mindoro
Barangay Balikyas
Situated in the municipality of Looc, Occidental Mindoro, Barangay Balikyas is one of the administrative divisions of MIMAROPA Region. It had a population of 477 in the 2020 census.
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2020 census data
- Population (2020)
- 477
- Population (2015)
- 760
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- -37.2%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Balikyas
Barangay Balikyas forms part of Looc, a municipality in Occidental Mindoro, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2020 Philippine census, Barangay Balikyas had a population of 477. This made it the 7th largest of 9 barangays in Looc by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balikyas accounted for approximately 6.11% of the total population of Looc, which stood at 7,802 in the same census year.
The barangay recorded 760 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 477 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of -37.2%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Balikyas 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 Balikyas, 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 Balikyas ranks 145th by 2020 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.
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Looc (Municipality)
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Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Punong Barangay
- Elmer Gerongca Castillo(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Benalyn De Lemos Dela Cruz
- Barangay Treasurer
- Judymarie Cajayon Dela Luna
- SK Chairperson
- Rodirick John Austial Zapata
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Remedios Cantano Delos Santos
- • Arem Aldave Cajayon
- • Arlon Dela Luna Verdera
- • Jhonny Arellano Mendoza
- • Francisco Aguilar Pascual JR
- • Rodente Zurita Arellano
- • Romeo Añiete Tuy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Balikyas
Where is Barangay Balikyas located?▾
Barangay Balikyas is a barangay in the municipality of Looc, Occidental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balikyas hall?▾
Barangay Balikyas 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 Balikyas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balikyas is Elmer Gerongca Castillo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balikyas?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Balikyas is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Looc LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Balikyas part of?▾
Barangay Balikyas is one of 9 barangays in the municipality of Looc, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Balikyas
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.