Situated in the municipality of Malimono, Surigao Del Norte, Barangay Karihatag is one of the administrative divisions of Caraga. It had a population of 1,503 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ali Biñan Mosa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Karihatag · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Karihatag
Barangay Karihatag forms part of Malimono, a municipality in Surigao Del Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Karihatag had a population of 1,503. This made it the 5th largest of 14 barangays in Malimono by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Karihatag accounted for approximately 7.73% of the total population of Malimono, which stood at 19,442 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Karihatag moved from 1,454 residents to 1,503, an intercensal change of +3.4%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Karihatag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Malimono is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Karihatag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Karihatag ranks 122nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao 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 Karihatag 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 Malimono 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 Karihatag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,387
—
—
2020 CPH
1,454
+67
+4.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,503
+49
+3.4%
2015–2020: +4.8% total (+0.95%/yr).2020–2024: +3.4% total (+0.83%/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 Malimono
5thof 14
Among the upper half of Malimono by population.
Share of Malimono
7.7%
of the municipality's total 19,442 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
122ndof 335
Province-wide percentile: 64.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Malimono (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Karihatag
Where is Barangay Karihatag located?▾
Barangay Karihatag is a barangay in the municipality of Malimono, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Karihatag hall?▾
Barangay Karihatag is located in Malimono, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Karihatag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Karihatag is Ali Biñan Mosa (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Karihatag?▾
You can contact Barangay Karihatag via phone at 09563214546.
What municipality is Barangay Karihatag part of?▾
Barangay Karihatag is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Malimono, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Karihatag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Karihatag 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 Malimono?▾
Malimono 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 Karihatag.
Has the population of Barangay Karihatag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Karihatag went from 1,454 residents to 1,503 — a change of +3.4% 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 Karihatag in?▾
Barangay Karihatag is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Malimono.
How many barangays are in Malimono?▾
Malimono has 14 barangays, including Barangay Karihatag. You can browse the full list on our Malimono page.
How many residents does Barangay Karihatag have?▾
Barangay Karihatag had a population of 1,503 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Karihatag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Malimono is 8402. 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 Karihatag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Karihatag 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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