Barangay Mal-ay is a barangay in Lopez, Quezon, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Lopez. It had a population of 1,120 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Mario Orivida Rioveros(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Mal-ay · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Mal-ay
Barangay Mal-ay is a small barangay in the municipality of Lopez, located in the province of Quezon, in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Mal-ay had a population of 1,120. This made it the 26th largest of 95 barangays in Lopez by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Mal-ay accounted for approximately 1.17% of the total population of Lopez, which stood at 96,006 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Mal-ay moved from 1,118 residents to 1,120, an intercensal change of +0.2%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Mal-ay is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lopez is a municipality comprising 95 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Mal-ay, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Quezon, which contains 1,242 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Mal-ay ranks 573rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Quezon is classified as a 1st 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 Lopez 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 Mal-ay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,116
—
—
2020 CPH
1,118
+2
+0.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,120
+2
+0.2%
2015–2020: +0.2% total (+0.04%/yr).2020–2024: +0.2% total (+0.04%/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 Lopez
26thof 95
Among the upper half of Lopez by population.
Share of Lopez
1.2%
of the municipality's total 96,006 residents.
Rank in Quezon
573rdof 1,242
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Lopez (municipality) class
1st
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 Mal-ay in Lopez during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Mal-ay
Where is Barangay Mal-ay located?▾
Barangay Mal-ay is a barangay in the municipality of Lopez, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Mal-ay hall?▾
Barangay Mal-ay is located in Lopez, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Mal-ay?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Mal-ay is Mario Orivida Rioveros (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Mal-ay?▾
You can contact Barangay Mal-ay via phone at 09635362234.
What municipality is Barangay Mal-ay part of?▾
Barangay Mal-ay is one of 95 barangays in the municipality of Lopez, Quezon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Mal-ay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Mal-ay 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 Lopez?▾
Lopez is classified as a 1st 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 Mal-ay.
Has the population of Barangay Mal-ay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Mal-ay went from 1,118 residents to 1,120 — 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 Mal-ay in?▾
Barangay Mal-ay is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Quezon, and is one of 95 barangays administered by Lopez.
How many barangays are in Lopez?▾
Lopez has 95 barangays, including Barangay Mal-ay. You can browse the full list on our Lopez page.
How many residents does Barangay Mal-ay have?▾
Barangay Mal-ay had a population of 1,120 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Mal-ay?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lopez is 4316. 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 Mal-ay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Mal-ay 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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