Barangay Palale 1 is a barangay in Macarthur, Leyte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Macarthur. It had a population of 607 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ramil Gloria Leria(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palale 1 · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Palale 1
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Palale 1 is one of the administrative divisions of Macarthur in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Palale 1 had a population of 607. This made it the 17th largest of 31 barangays in Macarthur by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palale 1 accounted for approximately 2.73% of the total population of Macarthur, which stood at 22,256 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Palale 1 moved from 731 residents to 607, an intercensal change of -17.0%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Palale 1 is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Macarthur is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Palale 1, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Palale 1 ranks 1106th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte 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 Palale 1 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 Macarthur 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 Palale 1 from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
769
—
—
2020 CPH
731
-38
-4.9%
2024 POPCEN
607
-124
-17.0%
2015–2020: -4.9% total (-1.01%/yr).2020–2024: -17.0% total (-4.54%/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 Macarthur
17thof 31
Among the lower half of Macarthur by population.
Share of Macarthur
2.7%
of the municipality's total 22,256 residents.
Rank in Leyte
1106thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 33.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Macarthur (municipality) class
5th*
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 Palale 1
Where is Barangay Palale 1 located?▾
Barangay Palale 1 is a barangay in the municipality of Macarthur, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palale 1 hall?▾
Barangay Palale 1 is located in Macarthur, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Palale 1?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Palale 1 is Ramil Gloria Leria (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Palale 1?▾
You can contact Barangay Palale 1 via phone at 09496214200.
What municipality is Barangay Palale 1 part of?▾
Barangay Palale 1 is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Macarthur, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palale 1 urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palale 1 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 Macarthur?▾
Macarthur is classified as a 5th* 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 Palale 1.
Has the population of Barangay Palale 1 been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palale 1 went from 731 residents to 607 — a change of -17.0% 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 Palale 1 in?▾
Barangay Palale 1 is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Macarthur.
How many barangays are in Macarthur?▾
Macarthur has 31 barangays, including Barangay Palale 1. You can browse the full list on our Macarthur page.
How many residents does Barangay Palale 1 have?▾
Barangay Palale 1 had a population of 607 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palale 1?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Macarthur is 6509. 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 Palale 1, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palale 1 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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