Barangay Dongan-Pekong is a barangay in Matanao, Davao Del Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Matanao. It had a population of 1,877 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Romeo Plansal Lauda(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Dongan-Pekong · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Dongan-Pekong
Barangay Dongan-Pekong forms part of Matanao, a municipality in Davao Del Sur, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Dongan-Pekong had a population of 1,877. This made it the 15th largest of 33 barangays in Matanao by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Dongan-Pekong accounted for approximately 2.99% of the total population of Matanao, which stood at 62,773 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Dongan-Pekong moved from 1,873 residents to 1,877, an intercensal change of +0.2%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Dongan-Pekong is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Matanao is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Dongan-Pekong, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Davao Del Sur, which contains 414 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Dongan-Pekong ranks 276th by 2024 POPCEN population. Davao Del Sur 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 Dongan-Pekong 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 Matanao 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 Dongan-Pekong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,781
—
—
2020 CPH
1,873
+92
+5.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,877
+4
+0.2%
2015–2020: +5.2% total (+1.01%/yr).2020–2024: +0.2% total (+0.05%/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 Matanao
15thof 33
Among the upper half of Matanao by population.
Share of Matanao
3.0%
of the municipality's total 62,773 residents.
Rank in Davao Del Sur
276thof 414
Province-wide percentile: 34.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Matanao (municipality) class
2nd
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 Dongan-Pekong
Where is Barangay Dongan-Pekong located?▾
Barangay Dongan-Pekong is a barangay in the municipality of Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Dongan-Pekong hall?▾
Barangay Dongan-Pekong is located in Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Davao Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Dongan-Pekong?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Dongan-Pekong is Romeo Plansal Lauda (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Dongan-Pekong?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Dongan-Pekong is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Matanao LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Dongan-Pekong part of?▾
Barangay Dongan-Pekong is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Dongan-Pekong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Dongan-Pekong 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 Matanao?▾
Matanao is classified as a 2nd 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 Dongan-Pekong.
Has the population of Barangay Dongan-Pekong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Dongan-Pekong went from 1,873 residents to 1,877 — a change of +0.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Dongan-Pekong in?▾
Barangay Dongan-Pekong is part of the Davao Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Davao Region, the barangay falls under the province of Davao Del Sur, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Matanao.
How many barangays are in Matanao?▾
Matanao has 33 barangays, including Barangay Dongan-Pekong. You can browse the full list on our Matanao page.
How many residents does Barangay Dongan-Pekong have?▾
Barangay Dongan-Pekong had a population of 1,877 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Dongan-Pekong?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Matanao is 8003. 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 Dongan-Pekong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Dongan-Pekong 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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