Situated in the municipality of Old Panamao, Sulu, Barangay Kawasan is one of the administrative divisions of BARMM. It had a population of 903 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.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Old Panamao. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kawasan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Kawasan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Kawasan is one of the administrative divisions of Old Panamao in Sulu, BARMM, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kawasan had a population of 903. This made it the 29th largest of 31 barangays in Old Panamao by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kawasan accounted for approximately 1.68% of the total population of Old Panamao, which stood at 53,903 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Kawasan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Old Panamao is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kawasan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sulu, which contains 410 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kawasan ranks 388th by 2024 POPCEN population.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Kawasan 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.
The current Sangguniang Barangay leadership for Barangay Kawasan is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist. Other details about this barangay — including census population, urban/rural classification, income class, and administrative hierarchy — are documented in the sections below.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026 under Republic Act No. 12232. Each Punong Barangay, Kagawad, and SK Chairperson serves a four-year term.
Are you a resident or official of Barangay Kawasan? Use the form below to share verified officials, the hall address, or a contact number. All submissions are reviewed by our editorial team before publication.
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Among the smaller barangays of Old Panamao by population.
Share of Old Panamao
1.7%
of the municipality's total 53,903 residents.
Rank in Sulu
388thof 410
Province-wide percentile: 6.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high 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 Kawasan in Old Panamao 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Kawasan
Where is Barangay Kawasan located?▾
Barangay Kawasan is a barangay in the municipality of Old Panamao, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kawasan hall?▾
Barangay Kawasan is located in Old Panamao, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kawasan?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Kawasan is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kawasan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Kawasan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Old Panamao LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Kawasan part of?▾
Barangay Kawasan is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Old Panamao, Sulu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kawasan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kawasan 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 Kawasan in?▾
Barangay Kawasan is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Sulu, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Old Panamao.
How many barangays are in Old Panamao?▾
Old Panamao has 31 barangays, including Barangay Kawasan. You can browse the full list on our Old Panamao page.
How many residents does Barangay Kawasan have?▾
Barangay Kawasan had a population of 903 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kawasan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Old Panamao is 7402. 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 Kawasan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kawasan 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.
Looking for general barangay-services questions — barangay clearance, cedula, BSKE 2026, or emergency hotlines? See our barangay services guides.
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.
