Barangay Pinalanga is a barangay in Marabut, Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Marabut. It had a population of 1,000 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Nixon A. Torbeles(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pinalanga · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Pinalanga
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Pinalanga is one of the administrative divisions of Marabut in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Pinalanga had a population of 1,000. This made it the 7th largest of 24 barangays in Marabut by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pinalanga accounted for approximately 5.50% of the total population of Marabut, which stood at 18,168 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Pinalanga moved from 953 residents to 1,000, an intercensal change of +4.9%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Pinalanga is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Marabut is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Pinalanga, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Pinalanga ranks 237th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Pinalanga is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Marabut 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 Pinalanga from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
866
—
—
2020 CPH
953
+87
+10.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,000
+47
+4.9%
2015–2020: +10.0% total (+1.93%/yr).2020–2024: +4.9% total (+1.21%/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 Marabut
7thof 24
Among the top quartile of Marabut by population.
Share of Marabut
5.5%
of the municipality's total 18,168 residents.
Rank in Samar
237thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 75.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Marabut (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 Pinalanga
Where is Barangay Pinalanga located?▾
Barangay Pinalanga is a barangay in the municipality of Marabut, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pinalanga hall?▾
Barangay Pinalanga is located in Marabut, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Pinalanga?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Pinalanga is Nixon A. Torbeles (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Pinalanga?▾
You can contact Barangay Pinalanga via phone at 09367839707.
What municipality is Barangay Pinalanga part of?▾
Barangay Pinalanga is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Marabut, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pinalanga urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pinalanga 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 Marabut?▾
Marabut 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 Pinalanga.
Has the population of Barangay Pinalanga been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pinalanga went from 953 residents to 1,000 — a change of +4.9% 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 Pinalanga in?▾
Barangay Pinalanga is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Marabut.
How many barangays are in Marabut?▾
Marabut has 24 barangays, including Barangay Pinalanga. You can browse the full list on our Marabut page.
How many residents does Barangay Pinalanga have?▾
Barangay Pinalanga had a population of 1,000 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pinalanga?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Marabut is 6721. 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 Pinalanga, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pinalanga was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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