Barangay San Antonio is a barangay in Macarthur, Leyte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Macarthur. It had a population of 595 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Nilo Abrahan Lanza(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Antonio · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay San Antonio
Situated in Macarthur, Leyte, Barangay San Antonio is one of 31 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Antonio had a population of 595. This made it the 18th largest of 31 barangays in Macarthur by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay San Antonio accounted for approximately 2.67% of the total population of Macarthur, which stood at 22,256 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 577 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 595 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +3.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay San Antonio 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 San Antonio, 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 San Antonio ranks 1127th 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.
Barangay San Antonio 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 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 San Antonio from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
532
—
—
2020 CPH
577
+45
+8.5%
2024 POPCEN
595
+18
+3.1%
2015–2020: +8.5% total (+1.64%/yr).2020–2024: +3.1% total (+0.77%/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
18thof 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
1127thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 31.
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay San Antonio in Macarthur 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay San Antonio
Where is Barangay San Antonio located?▾
Barangay San Antonio is a barangay in the municipality of Macarthur, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Antonio hall?▾
Barangay San Antonio 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 San Antonio?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay San Antonio is Nilo Abrahan Lanza (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay San Antonio?▾
You can contact Barangay San Antonio via phone at 09512667015.
What municipality is Barangay San Antonio part of?▾
Barangay San Antonio is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Macarthur, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Antonio urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Antonio 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 San Antonio.
Has the population of Barangay San Antonio been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Antonio went from 577 residents to 595 — a change of +3.1% 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 San Antonio in?▾
Barangay San Antonio 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 San Antonio. You can browse the full list on our Macarthur page.
How many residents does Barangay San Antonio have?▾
Barangay San Antonio had a population of 595 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Antonio?▾
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 San Antonio, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Antonio 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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