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Punong Barangay
Arbin Evangelista Fajelga(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kaumbakan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Kaumbakan
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Kaumbakan is one of the administrative divisions of Mahatao in Batanes, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kaumbakan had a population of 486. This made it the 1st largest of 4 barangays in Mahatao by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kaumbakan accounted for approximately 27.85% of the total population of Mahatao, which stood at 1,745 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 446 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 486 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.0%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Kaumbakan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mahatao is a municipality comprising 4 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kaumbakan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Batanes, which contains 29 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kaumbakan ranks 10th by 2024 POPCEN population. Batanes is classified as a 5th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Mahatao 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 Kaumbakan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
425
—
—
2020 CPH
446
+21
+4.9%
2024 POPCEN
486
+40
+9.0%
2015–2020: +4.9% total (+0.97%/yr).2020–2024: +9.0% total (+2.17%/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 Mahatao
1stof 4
Among the top 10% of Mahatao by population.
Share of Mahatao
27.9%
of the municipality's total 1,745 residents.
Rank in Batanes
10thof 29
Province-wide percentile: 69.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Mahatao (municipality) class
6th
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 Kaumbakan
Where is Barangay Kaumbakan located?▾
Barangay Kaumbakan is a barangay in the municipality of Mahatao, Batanes, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kaumbakan hall?▾
Barangay Kaumbakan is located in Mahatao, Batanes, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kaumbakan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Kaumbakan is Arbin Evangelista Fajelga (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kaumbakan?▾
You can contact Barangay Kaumbakan via phone at 09120295939.
What municipality is Barangay Kaumbakan part of?▾
Barangay Kaumbakan is one of 4 barangays in the municipality of Mahatao, Batanes, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kaumbakan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kaumbakan 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 Mahatao?▾
Mahatao is classified as a 6th 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 Kaumbakan.
Has the population of Barangay Kaumbakan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Kaumbakan went from 446 residents to 486 — a change of +9.0% 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 Kaumbakan in?▾
Barangay Kaumbakan is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Batanes, and is one of 4 barangays administered by Mahatao.
How many barangays are in Mahatao?▾
Mahatao has 4 barangays, including Barangay Kaumbakan. You can browse the full list on our Mahatao page.
How many residents does Barangay Kaumbakan have?▾
Barangay Kaumbakan had a population of 486 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kaumbakan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mahatao is 3901. 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 Kaumbakan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kaumbakan 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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