Situated in the municipality of Matalam, Cotabato, Barangay Pinamaton is one of the administrative divisions of SOCCSKSARGEN. It had a population of 1,078 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ralpy Bantolo Roquero(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pinamaton · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Pinamaton
Barangay Pinamaton forms part of Matalam, a municipality in Cotabato, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Pinamaton had a population of 1,078. This made it the 30th largest of 34 barangays in Matalam by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pinamaton accounted for approximately 1.32% 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 Pinamaton moved from 1,111 residents to 1,078, an intercensal change of -3.0%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Pinamaton 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 Pinamaton, 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 Pinamaton ranks 471st 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Pinamaton 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 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 Pinamaton from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,043
—
—
2020 CPH
1,111
+68
+6.5%
2024 POPCEN
1,078
-33
-3.0%
2015–2020: +6.5% total (+1.27%/yr).2020–2024: -3.0% total (-0.75%/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
30thof 34
Among the smaller barangays of Matalam by population.
Share of Matalam
1.3%
of the municipality's total 81,610 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
471stof 543
Province-wide percentile: 13.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Pinamaton
Where is Barangay Pinamaton located?▾
Barangay Pinamaton is a barangay in the municipality of Matalam, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pinamaton hall?▾
Barangay Pinamaton 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 Pinamaton?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Pinamaton is Ralpy Bantolo Roquero (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Pinamaton?▾
You can contact Barangay Pinamaton via phone at 09854315394.
What municipality is Barangay Pinamaton part of?▾
Barangay Pinamaton is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Matalam, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pinamaton urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pinamaton 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 Pinamaton.
Has the population of Barangay Pinamaton been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pinamaton went from 1,111 residents to 1,078 — a change of -3.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Pinamaton in?▾
Barangay Pinamaton 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 Pinamaton. You can browse the full list on our Matalam page.
How many residents does Barangay Pinamaton have?▾
Barangay Pinamaton had a population of 1,078 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pinamaton?▾
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 Pinamaton, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pinamaton 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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