Situated in the municipality of Medellin, Cebu, Barangay Kawit is one of the administrative divisions of Central Visayas. It had a population of 8,118 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Roberto Arreglado Orbiso(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kawit · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Kawit
Barangay Kawit forms part of Medellin, a municipality in Cebu, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kawit had a population of 8,118. This made it the 2nd largest of 19 barangays in Medellin by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kawit accounted for approximately 13.06% of the total population of Medellin, which stood at 62,163 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 Kawit changed from 7,991 to 8,118, a shift of +1.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Medellin. Barangay Kawit is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Medellin is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kawit, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kawit ranks 153rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Kawit 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 Medellin 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 Kawit from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
7,626
—
—
2020 CPH
7,991
+365
+4.8%
2024 POPCEN
8,118
+127
+1.6%
2015–2020: +4.8% total (+0.94%/yr).2020–2024: +1.6% total (+0.39%/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 Medellin
2ndof 19
Among the top 10% of Medellin by population.
Share of Medellin
13.1%
of the municipality's total 62,163 residents.
Rank in Cebu
153rdof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 87.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Medellin (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 Kawit
Where is Barangay Kawit located?▾
Barangay Kawit is a barangay in the municipality of Medellin, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kawit hall?▾
Barangay Kawit is located in Medellin, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kawit?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Kawit is Roberto Arreglado Orbiso (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kawit?▾
You can contact Barangay Kawit via phone at 326 4833.
What municipality is Barangay Kawit part of?▾
Barangay Kawit is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Medellin, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kawit urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kawit is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Medellin?▾
Medellin 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 Kawit.
Has the population of Barangay Kawit been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Kawit went from 7,991 residents to 8,118 — a change of +1.6% 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 Kawit in?▾
Barangay Kawit is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Medellin.
How many barangays are in Medellin?▾
Medellin has 19 barangays, including Barangay Kawit. You can browse the full list on our Medellin page.
How many residents does Barangay Kawit have?▾
Barangay Kawit had a population of 8,118 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kawit?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Medellin is 6012. 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 Kawit, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kawit 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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