Barangay Huwit-huwit is a barangay in Omar, Sulu, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Omar. It had a population of 3,091 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 Huwit-huwit is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Omar, located in the province of Sulu, in the BARMM region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Huwit-huwit had a population of 3,091. This made it the 6th largest of 8 barangays in Omar by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Huwit-huwit accounted for approximately 10.02% of the total population of Omar, which stood at 30,847 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Huwit-huwit is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Omar is a municipality comprising 8 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Huwit-huwit, 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 Huwit-huwit ranks 81st by 2024 POPCEN population.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Huwit-huwit 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 Huwit-huwit 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.
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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 Huwit-huwit in Omar 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
Verified April 2026. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 first.
24/7 helpline for children in crisis, abuse, and trafficking cases.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Huwit-huwit
Where is Barangay Huwit-huwit located?▾
Barangay Huwit-huwit is a barangay in the municipality of Omar, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Huwit-huwit hall?▾
Barangay Huwit-huwit is located in Omar, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Huwit-huwit?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Huwit-huwit 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 Huwit-huwit?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Huwit-huwit is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Omar LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Huwit-huwit part of?▾
Barangay Huwit-huwit is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Omar, Sulu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Huwit-huwit urban or rural?▾
Barangay Huwit-huwit 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 Huwit-huwit in?▾
Barangay Huwit-huwit is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Sulu, and is one of 8 barangays administered by Omar.
How many barangays are in Omar?▾
Omar has 8 barangays, including Barangay Huwit-huwit. You can browse the full list on our Omar page.
How many residents does Barangay Huwit-huwit have?▾
Barangay Huwit-huwit had a population of 3,091 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 Huwit-huwit was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
