Located in Noveleta, Cavite, Barangay San Rafael III is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Noveleta. It had a population of 6,531 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Milandro Melo Estores(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Rafael III · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay San Rafael III
Situated in Noveleta, Cavite, Barangay San Rafael III is one of 16 barangays that make up the municipality within CALABARZON.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Rafael III had a population of 6,531. This made it the 1st largest of 16 barangays in Noveleta by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay San Rafael III accounted for approximately 14.14% of the total population of Noveleta, which stood at 46,172 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 San Rafael III changed from 6,165 to 6,531, a shift of +5.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Noveleta. Barangay San Rafael III is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Noveleta is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay San Rafael III, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cavite, which contains 829 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay San Rafael III ranks 165th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cavite is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Noveleta 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 San Rafael III from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
6,073
—
—
2020 CPH
6,165
+92
+1.5%
2024 POPCEN
6,531
+366
+5.9%
2015–2020: +1.5% total (+0.30%/yr).2020–2024: +5.9% total (+1.45%/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 Noveleta
1stof 16
Among the top 10% of Noveleta by population.
Share of Noveleta
14.1%
of the municipality's total 46,172 residents.
Rank in Cavite
165thof 829
Province-wide percentile: 80.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Noveleta (municipality) class
3rd
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 San Rafael III
Where is Barangay San Rafael III located?▾
Barangay San Rafael III is a barangay in the municipality of Noveleta, Cavite, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Rafael III hall?▾
Barangay San Rafael III is located in Noveleta, Cavite, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay San Rafael III?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay San Rafael III is Milandro Melo Estores (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay San Rafael III?▾
You can contact Barangay San Rafael III via phone at 4388177.
What municipality is Barangay San Rafael III part of?▾
Barangay San Rafael III is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Noveleta, Cavite, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Rafael III urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Rafael III 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 Noveleta?▾
Noveleta is classified as a 3rd 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 San Rafael III.
Has the population of Barangay San Rafael III been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Rafael III went from 6,165 residents to 6,531 — a change of +5.9% 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 San Rafael III in?▾
Barangay San Rafael III is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Cavite, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Noveleta.
How many barangays are in Noveleta?▾
Noveleta has 16 barangays, including Barangay San Rafael III. You can browse the full list on our Noveleta page.
How many residents does Barangay San Rafael III have?▾
Barangay San Rafael III had a population of 6,531 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Rafael III?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Noveleta is 4105. 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 San Rafael III, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Rafael III 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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