Located in Mangaldan, Pangasinan, Barangay Palua is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Mangaldan. It had a population of 2,713 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Pelita Ventura Villanueva(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palua · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+34.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Palua from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,013
—
—
2020 CPH
2,387
+374
+18.6%
2024 POPCEN
2,713
+326
+13.7%
2015–2020: +18.6% total (+3.47%/yr).2020–2024: +13.7% total (+3.25%/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 Mangaldan
22ndof 30
Among the lower half of Mangaldan by population.
Share of Mangaldan
2.4%
of the municipality's total 113,302 residents.
Rank in Pangasinan
391stof 1,364
Province-wide percentile: 71.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Mangaldan (municipality) class
1st
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 Palua
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Palua is one of the administrative divisions of Mangaldan in Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Palua had a population of 2,713. This made it the 22nd largest of 30 barangays in Mangaldan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palua accounted for approximately 2.39% of the total population of Mangaldan, which stood at 113,302 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,387 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,713 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +13.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Palua is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mangaldan is a municipality of 30 barangays, of which Barangay Palua is one. Within the wider province of Pangasinan, which contains 1,364 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Palua ranks 391st by 2024 POPCEN population. Pangasinan 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 Mangaldan 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 Palua
Where is Barangay Palua located?▾
Barangay Palua is a barangay in the municipality of Mangaldan, Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palua hall?▾
Barangay Palua is located in Mangaldan, Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Palua?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Palua is Pelita Ventura Villanueva (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Palua?▾
You can contact Barangay Palua via phone at 6363849.
What municipality is Barangay Palua part of?▾
Barangay Palua is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Mangaldan, Pangasinan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palua urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palua 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 Mangaldan?▾
Mangaldan is classified as a 1st 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 Palua.
Has the population of Barangay Palua been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palua went from 2,387 residents to 2,713 — a change of +13.7% 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 Palua in?▾
Barangay Palua is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Pangasinan, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Mangaldan.
How many barangays are in Mangaldan?▾
Mangaldan has 30 barangays, including Barangay Palua. You can browse the full list on our Mangaldan page.
How many residents does Barangay Palua have?▾
Barangay Palua had a population of 2,713 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palua?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mangaldan is 2432. 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 Palua, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palua was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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