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Punong Barangay
Arsenia Misare Madurar(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buntalan · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Buntalan
Barangay Buntalan forms part of Maasin, a municipality in Iloilo, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buntalan had a population of 914. This made it the 14th largest of 50 barangays in Maasin by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buntalan accounted for approximately 2.36% of the total population of Maasin, which stood at 38,761 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 907 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 914 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.8%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Buntalan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Maasin is a municipality comprising 50 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buntalan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buntalan ranks 985th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Buntalan is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Maasin 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 Buntalan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
814
—
—
2020 CPH
907
+93
+11.4%
2024 POPCEN
914
+7
+0.8%
2015–2020: +11.4% total (+2.19%/yr).2020–2024: +0.8% total (+0.19%/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 Maasin
14thof 50
Among the upper half of Maasin by population.
Share of Maasin
2.4%
of the municipality's total 38,761 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
985thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 48.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Maasin (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buntalan
Where is Barangay Buntalan located?▾
Barangay Buntalan is a barangay in the municipality of Maasin, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buntalan hall?▾
Barangay Buntalan is located in Maasin, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buntalan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buntalan is Arsenia Misare Madurar (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buntalan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Buntalan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Maasin LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Buntalan part of?▾
Barangay Buntalan is one of 50 barangays in the municipality of Maasin, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buntalan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buntalan 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 Maasin?▾
Maasin 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 Buntalan.
Has the population of Barangay Buntalan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buntalan went from 907 residents to 914 — a change of +0.8% 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 Buntalan in?▾
Barangay Buntalan is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 50 barangays administered by Maasin.
How many barangays are in Maasin?▾
Maasin has 50 barangays, including Barangay Buntalan. You can browse the full list on our Maasin page.
How many residents does Barangay Buntalan have?▾
Barangay Buntalan had a population of 914 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buntalan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Maasin is 5030. 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 Buntalan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buntalan was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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