Situated in the municipality of Maguing, Lanao Del Sur, Barangay Balawag is one of the administrative divisions of BARMM. It had a population of 700 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 Maguing. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balawag · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Balawag
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Balawag is one of the administrative divisions of Maguing in Lanao Del Sur, BARMM, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balawag had a population of 700. This made it the 28th largest of 34 barangays in Maguing by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balawag accounted for approximately 1.88% of the total population of Maguing, which stood at 37,292 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Balawag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Maguing is a municipality comprising 34 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balawag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Lanao Del Sur, which contains 1,159 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balawag ranks 903rd by 2024 POPCEN population.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Balawag 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.
The current Sangguniang Barangay leadership for Barangay Balawag is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist. Other details about this barangay — including census population, urban/rural classification, income class, and administrative hierarchy — are documented in the sections below.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026 under Republic Act No. 12232. Each Punong Barangay, Kagawad, and SK Chairperson serves a four-year term.
Are you a resident or official of Barangay Balawag? Use the form below to share verified officials, the hall address, or a contact number. All submissions are reviewed by our editorial team before publication.
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Among the smaller barangays of Maguing by population.
Share of Maguing
1.9%
of the municipality's total 37,292 residents.
Rank in Lanao Del Sur
903rdof 1,159
Province-wide percentile: 22.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
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 Balawag in Maguing 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 Balawag
Where is Barangay Balawag located?▾
Barangay Balawag is a barangay in the municipality of Maguing, Lanao Del Sur, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balawag hall?▾
Barangay Balawag is located in Maguing, Lanao Del Sur, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balawag?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Balawag is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balawag?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Balawag is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Maguing LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Balawag part of?▾
Barangay Balawag is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Maguing, Lanao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balawag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balawag 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 region of the Philippines is Barangay Balawag in?▾
Barangay Balawag is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Lanao Del Sur, and is one of 34 barangays administered by Maguing.
How many barangays are in Maguing?▾
Maguing has 34 barangays, including Barangay Balawag. You can browse the full list on our Maguing page.
How many residents does Barangay Balawag have?▾
Barangay Balawag had a population of 700 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balawag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Maguing is 9715. 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 Balawag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balawag 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.
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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.
