Located in Matnog, Sorsogon, Barangay Sinang-Atan is one of 40 barangays in the municipality of Matnog. It had a population of 405 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dionesio Genodipa Generalo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sinang-Atan · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Sinang-Atan
Barangay Sinang-Atan forms part of Matnog, a municipality in Sorsogon, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sinang-Atan had a population of 405. This made it the 38th largest of 40 barangays in Matnog by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sinang-Atan accounted for approximately 0.95% of the total population of Matnog, which stood at 42,444 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Sinang-Atan moved from 414 residents to 405, an intercensal change of -2.2%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Sinang-Atan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Matnog is a municipality comprising 40 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sinang-Atan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sinang-Atan ranks 512th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Sinang-Atan 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 Matnog 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 Sinang-Atan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
424
—
—
2020 CPH
414
-10
-2.4%
2024 POPCEN
405
-9
-2.2%
2015–2020: -2.4% total (-0.48%/yr).2020–2024: -2.2% total (-0.55%/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 Matnog
38thof 40
Among the smaller barangays of Matnog by population.
Share of Matnog
0.95%
of the municipality's total 42,444 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
512thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 6.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Matnog (municipality) class
3rd
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 Sinang-Atan
Where is Barangay Sinang-Atan located?▾
Barangay Sinang-Atan is a barangay in the municipality of Matnog, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sinang-Atan hall?▾
Barangay Sinang-Atan is located in Matnog, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sinang-Atan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Sinang-Atan is Dionesio Genodipa Generalo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sinang-Atan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Sinang-Atan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Matnog LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Sinang-Atan part of?▾
Barangay Sinang-Atan is one of 40 barangays in the municipality of Matnog, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sinang-Atan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sinang-Atan 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 Matnog?▾
Matnog is classified as a 3rd 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 Sinang-Atan.
Has the population of Barangay Sinang-Atan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sinang-Atan went from 414 residents to 405 — a change of -2.2% 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 Sinang-Atan in?▾
Barangay Sinang-Atan is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 40 barangays administered by Matnog.
How many barangays are in Matnog?▾
Matnog has 40 barangays, including Barangay Sinang-Atan. You can browse the full list on our Matnog page.
How many residents does Barangay Sinang-Atan have?▾
Barangay Sinang-Atan had a population of 405 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sinang-Atan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Matnog is 4708. 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 Sinang-Atan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sinang-Atan was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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