Barangay Batal is a local government unit in Matungao, Lanao Del Norte, in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,419 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
Cabsaran Kalaw Ampuan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Batal · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Batal
Barangay Batal is a small barangay in the municipality of Matungao, located in the province of Lanao Del Norte, in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Batal had a population of 1,419. This made it the 6th largest of 12 barangays in Matungao by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Batal accounted for approximately 8.65% of the total population of Matungao, which stood at 16,404 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,323 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,419 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +7.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Batal is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Matungao is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Batal, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Lanao Del Norte, which contains 506 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Batal ranks 233rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Lanao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Batal 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 Matungao 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 Batal from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,225
—
—
2020 CPH
1,323
+98
+8.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,419
+96
+7.3%
2015–2020: +8.0% total (+1.55%/yr).2020–2024: +7.3% total (+1.77%/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 Matungao
6thof 12
Among the upper half of Matungao by population.
Share of Matungao
8.7%
of the municipality's total 16,404 residents.
Rank in Lanao Del Norte
233rdof 506
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Matungao (municipality) class
5th
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 Batal in Matungao during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Batal
Where is Barangay Batal located?▾
Barangay Batal is a barangay in the municipality of Matungao, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Batal hall?▾
Barangay Batal is located in Matungao, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Batal?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Batal is Cabsaran Kalaw Ampuan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Batal?▾
You can contact Barangay Batal via phone at 09516558199.
What municipality is Barangay Batal part of?▾
Barangay Batal is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Matungao, Lanao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Batal urban or rural?▾
Barangay Batal 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 Matungao?▾
Matungao is classified as a 5th 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 Batal.
Has the population of Barangay Batal been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Batal went from 1,323 residents to 1,419 — a change of +7.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Batal in?▾
Barangay Batal is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Lanao Del Norte, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Matungao.
How many barangays are in Matungao?▾
Matungao has 12 barangays, including Barangay Batal. You can browse the full list on our Matungao page.
How many residents does Barangay Batal have?▾
Barangay Batal had a population of 1,419 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Batal?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Matungao is 9203. 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 Batal, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Batal was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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