Barangay Guiawa is a local government unit in Northern Kabuntalan, Maguindanao del Norte, in the BARMM region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,915 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.
Barangay Guiawa forms part of Northern Kabuntalan, a municipality in Maguindanao del Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Guiawa had a population of 1,915. This made it the 10th largest of 11 barangays in Northern Kabuntalan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Guiawa accounted for approximately 6.31% of the total population of Northern Kabuntalan, which stood at 30,332 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Guiawa is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Northern Kabuntalan is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Guiawa, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Maguindanao del Norte, which contains 258 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Guiawa ranks 192nd by 2024 POPCEN population.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Guiawa 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 Northern Kabuntalan 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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Among the smaller barangays of Northern Kabuntalan by population.
Share of Northern Kabuntalan
6.3%
of the municipality's total 30,332 residents.
Rank in Maguindanao del Norte
192ndof 258
Province-wide percentile: 26.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
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 Guiawa in Northern Kabuntalan during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Guiawa
Where is Barangay Guiawa located?▾
Barangay Guiawa is a barangay in the municipality of Northern Kabuntalan, Maguindanao del Norte, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Guiawa hall?▾
Barangay Guiawa is located in Northern Kabuntalan, Maguindanao del Norte, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Guiawa?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Guiawa is Sammy Ampuan Esmael (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Guiawa?▾
You can contact Barangay Guiawa via phone at 09169233788.
What municipality is Barangay Guiawa part of?▾
Barangay Guiawa is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Northern Kabuntalan, Maguindanao del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Guiawa urban or rural?▾
Barangay Guiawa 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 region of the Philippines is Barangay Guiawa in?▾
Barangay Guiawa is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Maguindanao del Norte, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Northern Kabuntalan.
How many barangays are in Northern Kabuntalan?▾
Northern Kabuntalan has 11 barangays, including Barangay Guiawa. You can browse the full list on our Northern Kabuntalan page.
How many residents does Barangay Guiawa have?▾
Barangay Guiawa had a population of 1,915 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Guiawa 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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Information on Barangay Guiawa, Northern Kabuntalan is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-25.
