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Punong Barangay
Saida Ali Abas(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lumitan · Data updated 2026-05-30
About Barangay Lumitan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Lumitan is one of the administrative divisions of Palimbang in Sultan Kudarat, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lumitan had a population of 1,832. This made it the 21st largest of 40 barangays in Palimbang by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lumitan accounted for approximately 2.19% of the total population of Palimbang, which stood at 83,633 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Lumitan moved from 1,810 residents to 1,832, an intercensal change of +1.2%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Lumitan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Palimbang is a municipality comprising 40 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lumitan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sultan Kudarat, which contains 249 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lumitan ranks 187th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sultan Kudarat 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 Lumitan 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 Palimbang 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 Lumitan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,996
—
—
2020 CPH
1,810
-186
-9.3%
2024 POPCEN
1,832
+22
+1.2%
2015–2020: -9.3% total (-1.94%/yr).2020–2024: +1.2% total (+0.30%/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 Palimbang
21stof 40
Among the upper half of Palimbang by population.
Share of Palimbang
2.2%
of the municipality's total 83,633 residents.
Rank in Sultan Kudarat
187thof 249
Province-wide percentile: 25.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Palimbang (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Lumitan
Where is Barangay Lumitan located?▾
Barangay Lumitan is a barangay in the municipality of Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lumitan hall?▾
Barangay Lumitan is located in Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lumitan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lumitan is Saida Ali Abas (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lumitan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lumitan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Palimbang LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lumitan part of?▾
Barangay Lumitan is one of 40 barangays in the municipality of Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lumitan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lumitan 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 Palimbang?▾
Palimbang 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 Lumitan.
Has the population of Barangay Lumitan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lumitan went from 1,810 residents to 1,832 — a change of +1.2% 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 Lumitan in?▾
Barangay Lumitan is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Sultan Kudarat, and is one of 40 barangays administered by Palimbang.
How many barangays are in Palimbang?▾
Palimbang has 40 barangays, including Barangay Lumitan. You can browse the full list on our Palimbang page.
How many residents does Barangay Lumitan have?▾
Barangay Lumitan had a population of 1,832 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lumitan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Palimbang is 9809. 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 Lumitan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lumitan 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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