Situated in the municipality of Manukan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 3,562 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Melecio Elorta Embate JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Don Jose Aguirre · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Don Jose Aguirre
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is one of the administrative divisions of Manukan in Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Don Jose Aguirre had a population of 3,562. This made it the 1st largest of 22 barangays in Manukan by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Don Jose Aguirre accounted for approximately 9.99% of the total population of Manukan, which stood at 35,669 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,418 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,562 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +4.2%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Manukan is a municipality comprising 22 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Don Jose Aguirre, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Don Jose Aguirre ranks 37th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte is classified as a 1st 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 Manukan 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 Don Jose Aguirre from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,429
—
—
2020 CPH
3,418
-11
-0.3%
2024 POPCEN
3,562
+144
+4.2%
2015–2020: -0.3% total (-0.06%/yr).2020–2024: +4.2% total (+1.04%/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 Manukan
1stof 22
Among the top 10% of Manukan by population.
Share of Manukan
10.0%
of the municipality's total 35,669 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
37thof 691
Province-wide percentile: 95.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Manukan (municipality) class
3rd
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 Don Jose Aguirre
Where is Barangay Don Jose Aguirre located?▾
Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is a barangay in the municipality of Manukan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Don Jose Aguirre hall?▾
Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is located in Manukan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Don Jose Aguirre?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is Melecio Elorta Embate JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Don Jose Aguirre?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Manukan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Don Jose Aguirre part of?▾
Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is one of 22 barangays in the municipality of Manukan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Don Jose Aguirre urban or rural?▾
Barangay Don Jose Aguirre 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 Manukan?▾
Manukan is classified as a 3rd 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 Don Jose Aguirre.
Has the population of Barangay Don Jose Aguirre been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Don Jose Aguirre went from 3,418 residents to 3,562 — a change of +4.2% 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 Don Jose Aguirre in?▾
Barangay Don Jose Aguirre is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 22 barangays administered by Manukan.
How many barangays are in Manukan?▾
Manukan has 22 barangays, including Barangay Don Jose Aguirre. You can browse the full list on our Manukan page.
How many residents does Barangay Don Jose Aguirre have?▾
Barangay Don Jose Aguirre had a population of 3,562 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Don Jose Aguirre?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Manukan is 7110. 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 Don Jose Aguirre, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Don Jose Aguirre 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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