Barangay Pañge is a barangay in Pagsanghan, Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Pagsanghan. It had a population of 347 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Julio Lustico Alaraz(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pañge · Data updated 2026-07-05
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-10.3% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Pañge from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
387
—
—
2020 CPH
339
-48
-12.4%
2024 POPCEN
347
+8
+2.4%
2015–2020: -12.4% total (-2.61%/yr).2020–2024: +2.4% total (+0.58%/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 Pagsanghan
12thof 13
Among the smaller barangays of Pagsanghan by population.
Share of Pagsanghan
4.3%
of the municipality's total 8,145 residents.
Rank in Samar
684thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 28.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Pagsanghan (municipality) class
5th
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.
About Barangay Pañge
Situated in Pagsanghan, Samar, Barangay Pañge is one of 13 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Pañge had a population of 347. This made it the 12th largest of 13 barangays in Pagsanghan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pañge accounted for approximately 4.26% of the total population of Pagsanghan, which stood at 8,145 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Pañge moved from 339 residents to 347, an intercensal change of +2.4%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Pañge is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pagsanghan is a municipality of 13 barangays, of which Barangay Pañge is one. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Pañge ranks 684th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Pagsanghan 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Pañge
Where is Barangay Pañge located?▾
Barangay Pañge is a barangay in the municipality of Pagsanghan, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pañge hall?▾
Barangay Pañge is located in Pagsanghan, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Pañge?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Pañge is Julio Lustico Alaraz (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Pañge?▾
You can contact Barangay Pañge via phone at 09174429912.
What municipality is Barangay Pañge part of?▾
Barangay Pañge is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Pagsanghan, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pañge urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pañge 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 Pagsanghan?▾
Pagsanghan is classified as a 5th 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 Pañge.
Has the population of Barangay Pañge been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pañge went from 339 residents to 347 — a change of +2.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Pañge in?▾
Barangay Pañge is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Pagsanghan.
How many barangays are in Pagsanghan?▾
Pagsanghan has 13 barangays, including Barangay Pañge. You can browse the full list on our Pagsanghan page.
How many residents does Barangay Pañge have?▾
Barangay Pañge had a population of 347 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pañge?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pagsanghan is 6705. 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 Pañge, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pañge was last updated on 2026-07-05. 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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