Situated in the municipality of Maasin, Iloilo, Barangay Santa Rita is one of the administrative divisions of Western Visayas. It had a population of 295 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Liberty Onday Almeda(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Rita · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+5.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Santa Rita from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
279
—
—
2020 CPH
282
+3
+1.1%
2024 POPCEN
295
+13
+4.6%
2015–2020: +1.1% total (+0.21%/yr).2020–2024: +4.6% total (+1.13%/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
45thof 50
Among the smaller barangays of Maasin by population.
Share of Maasin
0.76%
of the municipality's total 38,761 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1740thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 9.
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.
About Barangay Santa Rita
Barangay Santa Rita is a very small barangay in the municipality of Maasin, located in the province of Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Rita had a population of 295. This made it the 45th largest of 50 barangays in Maasin by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santa Rita accounted for approximately 0.76% 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 282 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 295 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +4.6%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Santa Rita 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 of 50 barangays, of which Barangay Santa Rita is one. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santa Rita ranks 1740th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Santa Rita
Where is Barangay Santa Rita located?▾
Barangay Santa Rita is a barangay in the municipality of Maasin, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Rita hall?▾
Barangay Santa Rita 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 Santa Rita?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Santa Rita is Liberty Onday Almeda (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Santa Rita?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Santa Rita 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 Santa Rita part of?▾
Barangay Santa Rita is one of 50 barangays in the municipality of Maasin, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Rita urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Rita 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 Santa Rita.
Has the population of Barangay Santa Rita been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Rita went from 282 residents to 295 — a change of +4.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Santa Rita in?▾
Barangay Santa Rita 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 Santa Rita. You can browse the full list on our Maasin page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Rita have?▾
Barangay Santa Rita had a population of 295 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Rita?▾
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 Santa Rita, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Rita was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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