Barangay Balut (Pob.) is a local government unit in Orion, Bataan, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,406 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 Orion. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Benjamin Labrador Bautista JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balut (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Balut (Pob.)
Barangay Balut (Pob.) forms part of Orion, a municipality in Bataan, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balut (Pob.) had a population of 1,406. This made it the 14th largest of 23 barangays in Orion by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balut (Pob.) accounted for approximately 2.23% of the total population of Orion, which stood at 63,044 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,399 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,406 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.5%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Balut (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Orion is a municipality comprising 23 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balut (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bataan, which contains 237 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balut (Pob.) ranks 176th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bataan 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 Orion 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 Balut (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,391
—
—
2020 CPH
1,399
+8
+0.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,406
+7
+0.5%
2015–2020: +0.6% total (+0.11%/yr).2020–2024: +0.5% total (+0.12%/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 Orion
14thof 23
Among the lower half of Orion by population.
Share of Orion
2.2%
of the municipality's total 63,044 residents.
Rank in Bataan
176thof 237
Province-wide percentile: 26.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Orion (municipality) class
2nd
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Balut (Pob.) in Orion 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 Balut (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Balut (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Balut (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Orion, Bataan, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balut (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Balut (Pob.) is located in Orion, Bataan, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balut (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balut (Pob.) is Benjamin Labrador Bautista JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balut (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Balut (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Orion LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Balut (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Balut (Pob.) is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Orion, Bataan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balut (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balut (Pob.) 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 is the income classification of Orion?▾
Orion is classified as a 2nd 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 Balut (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Balut (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balut (Pob.) went from 1,399 residents to 1,406 — a change of +0.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Balut (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Balut (Pob.) is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Bataan, and is one of 23 barangays administered by Orion.
How many barangays are in Orion?▾
Orion has 23 barangays, including Barangay Balut (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Orion page.
How many residents does Barangay Balut (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Balut (Pob.) had a population of 1,406 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balut (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Orion is 2102. 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 Balut (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balut (Pob.) 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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