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Punong Barangay
Edmundo Alonzo Gesim(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay New Katipunan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay New Katipunan
Barangay New Katipunan is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Matanao, located in the province of Davao Del Sur, in the Davao Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay New Katipunan had a population of 2,321. This made it the 8th largest of 33 barangays in Matanao by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay New Katipunan accounted for approximately 3.70% of the total population of Matanao, which stood at 62,773 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay New Katipunan changed from 2,247 to 2,321, a shift of +3.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Matanao. Barangay New Katipunan 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 New Katipunan, 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 New Katipunan ranks 233rd 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 New Katipunan 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 New Katipunan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,097
—
—
2020 CPH
2,247
+150
+7.2%
2024 POPCEN
2,321
+74
+3.3%
2015–2020: +7.2% total (+1.39%/yr).2020–2024: +3.3% total (+0.81%/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
8thof 33
Among the top quartile of Matanao by population.
Share of Matanao
3.7%
of the municipality's total 62,773 residents.
Rank in Davao Del Sur
233rdof 414
Province-wide percentile: 44.
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 New Katipunan
Where is Barangay New Katipunan located?▾
Barangay New Katipunan is a barangay in the municipality of Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay New Katipunan hall?▾
Barangay New Katipunan 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 New Katipunan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay New Katipunan is Edmundo Alonzo Gesim (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay New Katipunan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay New Katipunan 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 New Katipunan part of?▾
Barangay New Katipunan is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay New Katipunan urban or rural?▾
Barangay New Katipunan 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 New Katipunan.
Has the population of Barangay New Katipunan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay New Katipunan went from 2,247 residents to 2,321 — a change of +3.3% 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 New Katipunan in?▾
Barangay New Katipunan 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 New Katipunan. You can browse the full list on our Matanao page.
How many residents does Barangay New Katipunan have?▾
Barangay New Katipunan had a population of 2,321 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay New Katipunan?▾
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 New Katipunan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay New Katipunan 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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