Situated in the municipality of Mutia, Zamboanga Del Norte, Barangay Paso Rio is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 352 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rosana Bagalanon Butalid(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Paso Rio · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Paso Rio
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Paso Rio is one of the administrative divisions of Mutia in Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Paso Rio had a population of 352. This made it the 14th largest of 16 barangays in Mutia by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Paso Rio accounted for approximately 2.89% of the total population of Mutia, which stood at 12,197 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 325 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 352 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +8.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Paso Rio is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mutia is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Paso Rio, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Paso Rio ranks 667th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte 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 Paso Rio 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 Mutia 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 Paso Rio from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
392
—
—
2020 CPH
325
-67
-17.1%
2024 POPCEN
352
+27
+8.3%
2015–2020: -17.1% total (-3.68%/yr).2020–2024: +8.3% total (+2.02%/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 Mutia
14thof 16
Among the smaller barangays of Mutia by population.
Share of Mutia
2.9%
of the municipality's total 12,197 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
667thof 691
Province-wide percentile: 4.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Mutia (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Paso Rio
Where is Barangay Paso Rio located?▾
Barangay Paso Rio is a barangay in the municipality of Mutia, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Paso Rio hall?▾
Barangay Paso Rio is located in Mutia, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Paso Rio?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Paso Rio is Rosana Bagalanon Butalid (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Paso Rio?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Paso Rio is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Mutia LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Paso Rio part of?▾
Barangay Paso Rio is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Mutia, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Paso Rio urban or rural?▾
Barangay Paso Rio 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 Mutia?▾
Mutia 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 Paso Rio.
Has the population of Barangay Paso Rio been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Paso Rio went from 325 residents to 352 — a change of +8.3% 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 Paso Rio in?▾
Barangay Paso Rio is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Mutia.
How many barangays are in Mutia?▾
Mutia has 16 barangays, including Barangay Paso Rio. You can browse the full list on our Mutia page.
How many residents does Barangay Paso Rio have?▾
Barangay Paso Rio had a population of 352 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Paso Rio?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mutia is 7107. 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 Paso Rio, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Paso Rio 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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