Barangay Bato is a barangay in Matalam, Cotabato, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Matalam. It had a population of 757 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
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Punong Barangay
Michael Paquita Mahusay Sr.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bato · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bato
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Bato is one of the administrative divisions of Matalam in Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bato had a population of 757. This made it the 34th largest of 34 barangays in Matalam by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bato accounted for approximately 0.93% of the total population of Matalam, which stood at 81,610 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bato moved from 942 residents to 757, an intercensal change of -19.6%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Bato is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Matalam is a municipality comprising 34 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bato, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bato ranks 526th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Bato 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 Matalam 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 Bato from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,183
—
—
2020 CPH
942
-241
-20.4%
2024 POPCEN
757
-185
-19.6%
2015–2020: -20.4% total (-4.45%/yr).2020–2024: -19.6% total (-5.32%/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 Matalam
34thof 34
Among the smaller barangays of Matalam by population.
Share of Matalam
0.93%
of the municipality's total 81,610 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
526thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 3.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Matalam (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Bato in Matalam during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bato
Where is Barangay Bato located?▾
Barangay Bato is a barangay in the municipality of Matalam, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bato hall?▾
Barangay Bato is located in Matalam, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bato?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bato is Michael Paquita Mahusay Sr. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bato?▾
You can contact Barangay Bato via phone at 09488025194.
What municipality is Barangay Bato part of?▾
Barangay Bato is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Matalam, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bato urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bato 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 Matalam?▾
Matalam 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 Bato.
Has the population of Barangay Bato been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bato went from 942 residents to 757 — a change of -19.6% 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 Bato in?▾
Barangay Bato is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 34 barangays administered by Matalam.
How many barangays are in Matalam?▾
Matalam has 34 barangays, including Barangay Bato. You can browse the full list on our Matalam page.
How many residents does Barangay Bato have?▾
Barangay Bato had a population of 757 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bato?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Matalam is 9406. 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 Bato, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bato 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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