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Punong Barangay
Josephine Tesara Madalogdog(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bita Norte · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Bita Norte
Barangay Bita Norte forms part of Oton, a municipality in Iloilo, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bita Norte had a population of 636. This made it the 36th largest of 37 barangays in Oton by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bita Norte accounted for approximately 0.64% of the total population of Oton, which stood at 99,920 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 Bita Norte changed from 767 to 636, a shift of -17.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Oton. Barangay Bita Norte is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Oton is a municipality comprising 37 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bita Norte, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bita Norte ranks 1274th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Bita Norte 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.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Oton 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 Bita Norte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
733
—
—
2020 CPH
767
+34
+4.6%
2024 POPCEN
636
-131
-17.1%
2015–2020: +4.6% total (+0.91%/yr).2020–2024: -17.1% total (-4.57%/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 Oton
36thof 37
Among the smaller barangays of Oton by population.
Share of Oton
0.64%
of the municipality's total 99,920 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1274thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 33.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Oton (municipality) class
1st
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 Bita Norte
Where is Barangay Bita Norte located?▾
Barangay Bita Norte is a barangay in the municipality of Oton, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bita Norte hall?▾
Barangay Bita Norte is located in Oton, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bita Norte?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bita Norte is Josephine Tesara Madalogdog (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bita Norte?▾
You can contact Barangay Bita Norte via phone at 09983854802.
What municipality is Barangay Bita Norte part of?▾
Barangay Bita Norte is one of 37 barangays in the municipality of Oton, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bita Norte urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bita Norte 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 Oton?▾
Oton is classified as a 1st 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 Bita Norte.
Has the population of Barangay Bita Norte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bita Norte went from 767 residents to 636 — a change of -17.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bita Norte in?▾
Barangay Bita Norte is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 37 barangays administered by Oton.
How many barangays are in Oton?▾
Oton has 37 barangays, including Barangay Bita Norte. You can browse the full list on our Oton page.
How many residents does Barangay Bita Norte have?▾
Barangay Bita Norte had a population of 636 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bita Norte?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Oton is 5020. 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 Bita Norte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bita Norte 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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