Barangay Bisag is a local government unit in Palanan, Isabela, in the Cagayan Valley region of the Philippines. It had a population of 884 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Palanan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Asuncion Cabaldo Curitana(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bisag · Data updated 2026-05-30
About Barangay Bisag
Barangay Bisag forms part of Palanan, a municipality in Isabela, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bisag had a population of 884. This made it the 10th largest of 17 barangays in Palanan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bisag accounted for approximately 4.89% of the total population of Palanan, which stood at 18,091 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 879 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 884 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.6%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Bisag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Palanan is a municipality comprising 17 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bisag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Isabela, which contains 1,055 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bisag ranks 728th by 2024 POPCEN population. Isabela 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 Palanan 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 Bisag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
864
—
—
2020 CPH
879
+15
+1.7%
2024 POPCEN
884
+5
+0.6%
2015–2020: +1.7% total (+0.34%/yr).2020–2024: +0.6% total (+0.14%/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 Palanan
10thof 17
Among the lower half of Palanan by population.
Share of Palanan
4.9%
of the municipality's total 18,091 residents.
Rank in Isabela
728thof 1,055
Province-wide percentile: 31.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Palanan (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Bisag in Palanan 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 Bisag
Where is Barangay Bisag located?▾
Barangay Bisag is a barangay in the municipality of Palanan, Isabela, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bisag hall?▾
Barangay Bisag is located in Palanan, Isabela, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bisag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bisag is Asuncion Cabaldo Curitana (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bisag?▾
You can contact Barangay Bisag via phone at 09551895612.
What municipality is Barangay Bisag part of?▾
Barangay Bisag is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Palanan, Isabela, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bisag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bisag 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 Palanan?▾
Palanan 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 Bisag.
Has the population of Barangay Bisag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bisag went from 879 residents to 884 — a change of +0.6% 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 Bisag in?▾
Barangay Bisag is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Isabela, and is one of 17 barangays administered by Palanan.
How many barangays are in Palanan?▾
Palanan has 17 barangays, including Barangay Bisag. You can browse the full list on our Palanan page.
How many residents does Barangay Bisag have?▾
Barangay Bisag had a population of 884 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bisag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Palanan is 3334. 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 Bisag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bisag was last updated on 2026-05-30. 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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