Barangay Malatawan is a barangay in Palanas, Masbate, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Palanas. It had a population of 534 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jojie Son Isidto(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Malatawan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Malatawan
Situated in Palanas, Masbate, Barangay Malatawan is one of 24 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Malatawan had a population of 534. This made it the 22nd largest of 24 barangays in Palanas by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Malatawan accounted for approximately 1.90% of the total population of Palanas, which stood at 28,133 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 Malatawan changed from 610 to 534, a shift of -12.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Palanas. Barangay Malatawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Palanas is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Malatawan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Malatawan ranks 510th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate 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 Malatawan 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 Palanas 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 Malatawan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
477
—
—
2020 CPH
610
+133
+27.9%
2024 POPCEN
534
-76
-12.5%
2015–2020: +27.9% total (+5.04%/yr).2020–2024: -12.5% total (-3.27%/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 Palanas
22ndof 24
Among the smaller barangays of Palanas by population.
Share of Palanas
1.9%
of the municipality's total 28,133 residents.
Rank in Masbate
510thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 7.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Palanas (municipality) class
4th
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 Malatawan
Where is Barangay Malatawan located?▾
Barangay Malatawan is a barangay in the municipality of Palanas, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Malatawan hall?▾
Barangay Malatawan is located in Palanas, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Malatawan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Malatawan is Jojie Son Isidto (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Malatawan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Malatawan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Palanas LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Malatawan part of?▾
Barangay Malatawan is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Palanas, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Malatawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Malatawan 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 Palanas?▾
Palanas is classified as a 4th 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 Malatawan.
Has the population of Barangay Malatawan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Malatawan went from 610 residents to 534 — a change of -12.5% 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 Malatawan in?▾
Barangay Malatawan is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Palanas.
How many barangays are in Palanas?▾
Palanas has 24 barangays, including Barangay Malatawan. You can browse the full list on our Palanas page.
How many residents does Barangay Malatawan have?▾
Barangay Malatawan had a population of 534 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Malatawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Palanas is 5404. 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 Malatawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Malatawan 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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