Barangay Palola is a local government unit in Lucban, Quezon, in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,359 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 Lucban. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Francisco Platino Cabawatan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palola · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Palola
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Palola is one of the administrative divisions of Lucban in Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Palola had a population of 2,359. This made it the 8th largest of 32 barangays in Lucban by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palola accounted for approximately 4.36% of the total population of Lucban, which stood at 54,134 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
Read more about Barangay PalolaShow less
The barangay recorded 2,557 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,359 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -7.7%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Palola is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lucban is a municipality comprising 32 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Palola, 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 Palola ranks 273rd 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.
Barangay Palola 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 Lucban 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.
An AI-powered Civil Service Exam reviewer for Filipino candidates. Practice questions across all CSE topics, a full 170-item mock exam (professional + subprofessional), an AI Tutor that explains concepts step by step in English or Filipino, plus a Document Analyzer for your study notes and 65 Smart Flashcards.
Population history of Barangay Palola from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,515
—
—
2020 CPH
2,557
+42
+1.7%
2024 POPCEN
2,359
-198
-7.7%
2015–2020: +1.7% total (+0.33%/yr).2020–2024: -7.7% total (-1.99%/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 Lucban
8thof 32
Among the top quartile of Lucban by population.
Share of Lucban
4.4%
of the municipality's total 54,134 residents.
Rank in Quezon
273rdof 1,242
Province-wide percentile: 78.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Lucban (municipality) class
2nd
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 Palola in Lucban 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.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
Verified April 2026. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 first.
Notice a hotline change? Report it so we can update this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Palola
Where is Barangay Palola located?▾
Barangay Palola is a barangay in the municipality of Lucban, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palola hall?▾
Barangay Palola is located in Lucban, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Palola?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Palola is Francisco Platino Cabawatan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Palola?▾
You can contact Barangay Palola via phone at 042-540-9439.
What municipality is Barangay Palola part of?▾
Barangay Palola is one of 32 barangays in the municipality of Lucban, Quezon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palola urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palola 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 Lucban?▾
Lucban is classified as a 2nd 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 Palola.
Has the population of Barangay Palola been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palola went from 2,557 residents to 2,359 — a change of -7.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Palola in?▾
Barangay Palola is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Quezon, and is one of 32 barangays administered by Lucban.
How many barangays are in Lucban?▾
Lucban has 32 barangays, including Barangay Palola. You can browse the full list on our Lucban page.
How many residents does Barangay Palola have?▾
Barangay Palola had a population of 2,359 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palola?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lucban is 4328. 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 Palola, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palola was last updated on 2026-05-24. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
Looking for general barangay-services questions — barangay clearance, cedula, BSKE 2026, or emergency hotlines? See our barangay services guides.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
