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Barangay Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan had a population of 2,913. This made it the 7th largest of 8 barangays in Omar by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tangkuan accounted for approximately 9.44% of the total population of Omar, which stood at 30,847 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan, 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 Tangkuan ranks 90th by 2024 POPCEN population.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan? 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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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 Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan
Where is Barangay Tangkuan located?▾
Barangay Tangkuan is a barangay in the municipality of Omar, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tangkuan hall?▾
Barangay Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan part of?▾
Barangay Tangkuan is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Omar, Sulu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tangkuan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan in?▾
Barangay Tangkuan 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 Tangkuan. You can browse the full list on our Omar page.
How many residents does Barangay Tangkuan have?▾
Barangay Tangkuan had a population of 2,913 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 Tangkuan 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.
