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Punong Barangay
Emelinda Albesa Munez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Malipoon · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+30.3% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Malipoon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
185
—
—
2020 CPH
207
+22
+11.9%
2024 POPCEN
241
+34
+16.4%
2015–2020: +11.9% total (+2.27%/yr).2020–2024: +16.4% total (+3.88%/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 Mahaplag
26thof 28
Among the smaller barangays of Mahaplag by population.
Share of Mahaplag
0.85%
of the municipality's total 28,424 residents.
Rank in Leyte
1542ndof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 6.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Mahaplag (municipality) class
4th
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 Malipoon
Barangay Malipoon is a very small barangay in the municipality of Mahaplag, located in the province of Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Malipoon had a population of 241. This made it the 26th largest of 28 barangays in Mahaplag by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Malipoon accounted for approximately 0.85% of the total population of Mahaplag, which stood at 28,424 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 207 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 241 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +16.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Malipoon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mahaplag is a municipality of 28 barangays, of which Barangay Malipoon is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Malipoon ranks 1542nd 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.
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 Mahaplag 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 Malipoon
Where is Barangay Malipoon located?▾
Barangay Malipoon is a barangay in the municipality of Mahaplag, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Malipoon hall?▾
Barangay Malipoon is located in Mahaplag, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Malipoon?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Malipoon is Emelinda Albesa Munez (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Malipoon?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Malipoon is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Mahaplag LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Malipoon part of?▾
Barangay Malipoon is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Mahaplag, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Malipoon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Malipoon 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 Mahaplag?▾
Mahaplag is classified as a 4th 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 Malipoon.
Has the population of Barangay Malipoon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Malipoon went from 207 residents to 241 — a change of +16.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Malipoon in?▾
Barangay Malipoon 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 28 barangays administered by Mahaplag.
How many barangays are in Mahaplag?▾
Mahaplag has 28 barangays, including Barangay Malipoon. You can browse the full list on our Mahaplag page.
How many residents does Barangay Malipoon have?▾
Barangay Malipoon had a population of 241 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Malipoon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mahaplag is 6512. 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 Malipoon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Malipoon 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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