Situated in the municipality of Maigo, Lanao Del Norte, Barangay Maliwanag is one of the administrative divisions of Northern Mindanao. It had a population of 576 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Nelia L Biliran(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Maliwanag · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Maliwanag
Barangay Maliwanag forms part of Maigo, a municipality in Lanao Del Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Maliwanag had a population of 576. This made it the 11th largest of 13 barangays in Maigo by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Maliwanag accounted for approximately 2.46% of the total population of Maigo, which stood at 23,400 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 697 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 576 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -17.4%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Maliwanag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Maigo is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Maliwanag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Lanao Del Norte, which contains 506 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Maliwanag ranks 459th by 2024 POPCEN population. Lanao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Maliwanag 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 Maigo 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 Maliwanag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
669
—
—
2020 CPH
697
+28
+4.2%
2024 POPCEN
576
-121
-17.4%
2015–2020: +4.2% total (+0.82%/yr).2020–2024: -17.4% total (-4.66%/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 Maigo
11thof 13
Among the smaller barangays of Maigo by population.
Share of Maigo
2.5%
of the municipality's total 23,400 residents.
Rank in Lanao Del Norte
459thof 506
Province-wide percentile: 9.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Maigo (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Maliwanag
Where is Barangay Maliwanag located?▾
Barangay Maliwanag is a barangay in the municipality of Maigo, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Maliwanag hall?▾
Barangay Maliwanag is located in Maigo, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Maliwanag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Maliwanag is Nelia L Biliran (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Maliwanag?▾
You can contact Barangay Maliwanag via phone at 09264980710.
What municipality is Barangay Maliwanag part of?▾
Barangay Maliwanag is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Maigo, Lanao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Maliwanag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Maliwanag 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 Maigo?▾
Maigo 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 Maliwanag.
Has the population of Barangay Maliwanag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Maliwanag went from 697 residents to 576 — a change of -17.4% 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 Maliwanag in?▾
Barangay Maliwanag is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Lanao Del Norte, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Maigo.
How many barangays are in Maigo?▾
Maigo has 13 barangays, including Barangay Maliwanag. You can browse the full list on our Maigo page.
How many residents does Barangay Maliwanag have?▾
Barangay Maliwanag had a population of 576 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Maliwanag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Maigo is 9206. 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 Maliwanag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Maliwanag 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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