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Punong Barangay
Norbe Martinito Bangcuyo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Capiñahan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Capiñahan
Barangay Capiñahan is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Naval, located in the province of Biliran, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Capiñahan had a population of 2,978. This made it the 6th largest of 26 barangays in Naval by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Capiñahan accounted for approximately 5.03% of the total population of Naval, which stood at 59,236 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 Capiñahan changed from 2,804 to 2,978, a shift of +6.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Naval. Barangay Capiñahan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Naval is a municipality comprising 26 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Capiñahan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Biliran, which contains 132 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Capiñahan ranks 10th by 2024 POPCEN population. Biliran is classified as a 4th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Capiñahan 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 Naval 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 Capiñahan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,411
—
—
2020 CPH
2,804
+393
+16.3%
2024 POPCEN
2,978
+174
+6.2%
2015–2020: +16.3% total (+3.07%/yr).2020–2024: +6.2% total (+1.52%/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 Naval
6thof 26
Among the top quartile of Naval by population.
Share of Naval
5.0%
of the municipality's total 59,236 residents.
Rank in Biliran
10thof 132
Province-wide percentile: 93.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Naval (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 Capiñahan
Where is Barangay Capiñahan located?▾
Barangay Capiñahan is a barangay in the municipality of Naval, Biliran, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Capiñahan hall?▾
Barangay Capiñahan is located in Naval, Biliran, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Capiñahan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Capiñahan is Norbe Martinito Bangcuyo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Capiñahan?▾
You can contact Barangay Capiñahan via phone at 09205593005.
What municipality is Barangay Capiñahan part of?▾
Barangay Capiñahan is one of 26 barangays in the municipality of Naval, Biliran, Philippines.
Is Barangay Capiñahan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Capiñahan 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 Naval?▾
Naval 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 Capiñahan.
Has the population of Barangay Capiñahan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Capiñahan went from 2,804 residents to 2,978 — a change of +6.2% 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 Capiñahan in?▾
Barangay Capiñahan is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Biliran, and is one of 26 barangays administered by Naval.
How many barangays are in Naval?▾
Naval has 26 barangays, including Barangay Capiñahan. You can browse the full list on our Naval page.
How many residents does Barangay Capiñahan have?▾
Barangay Capiñahan had a population of 2,978 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Capiñahan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Naval is 6543. 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 Capiñahan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Capiñahan 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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