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Punong Barangay
Willy Mendoza Corpuz(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balecbec · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Balecbec
Barangay Balecbec forms part of Naguilian, a municipality in La Union, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balecbec had a population of 939. This made it the 29th largest of 37 barangays in Naguilian by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balecbec accounted for approximately 1.76% of the total population of Naguilian, which stood at 53,443 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Balecbec moved from 948 residents to 939, an intercensal change of -0.9%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Balecbec is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Naguilian is a municipality comprising 37 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balecbec, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of La Union, which contains 576 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balecbec ranks 379th by 2024 POPCEN population. La Union 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 Balecbec 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 Naguilian 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 Balecbec from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,025
—
—
2020 CPH
948
-77
-7.5%
2024 POPCEN
939
-9
-0.9%
2015–2020: -7.5% total (-1.55%/yr).2020–2024: -0.9% total (-0.24%/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 Naguilian
29thof 37
Among the smaller barangays of Naguilian by population.
Share of Naguilian
1.8%
of the municipality's total 53,443 residents.
Rank in La Union
379thof 576
Province-wide percentile: 34.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Naguilian (municipality) class
1st
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 Balecbec
Where is Barangay Balecbec located?▾
Barangay Balecbec is a barangay in the municipality of Naguilian, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balecbec hall?▾
Barangay Balecbec is located in Naguilian, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balecbec?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balecbec is Willy Mendoza Corpuz (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balecbec?▾
You can contact Barangay Balecbec via phone at 09859473389.
What municipality is Barangay Balecbec part of?▾
Barangay Balecbec is one of 37 barangays in the municipality of Naguilian, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balecbec urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balecbec 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 Naguilian?▾
Naguilian is classified as a 1st 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 Balecbec.
Has the population of Barangay Balecbec been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balecbec went from 948 residents to 939 — a change of -0.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Balecbec in?▾
Barangay Balecbec is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of La Union, and is one of 37 barangays administered by Naguilian.
How many barangays are in Naguilian?▾
Naguilian has 37 barangays, including Barangay Balecbec. You can browse the full list on our Naguilian page.
How many residents does Barangay Balecbec have?▾
Barangay Balecbec had a population of 939 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balecbec?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Naguilian is 2511. 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 Balecbec, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balecbec 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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