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Punong Barangay
Teodula Crizaldo Andales(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Himarco · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-9.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Himarco from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,039
—
—
2020 CPH
921
-118
-11.4%
2024 POPCEN
943
+22
+2.4%
2015–2020: -11.4% total (-2.38%/yr).2020–2024: +2.4% total (+0.59%/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 Palompon
25thof 50
Among the upper half of Palompon by population.
Share of Palompon
1.6%
of the municipality's total 59,486 residents.
Rank in Leyte
755thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Palompon (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.
About Barangay Himarco
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Himarco is one of the administrative divisions of Palompon in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Himarco had a population of 943. This made it the 25th largest of 50 barangays in Palompon by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Himarco accounted for approximately 1.59% of the total population of Palompon, which stood at 59,486 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Himarco moved from 921 residents to 943, an intercensal change of +2.4%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Himarco is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Palompon is a municipality of 50 barangays, of which Barangay Himarco is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Himarco ranks 755th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte 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 Palompon 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 Himarco
Where is Barangay Himarco located?▾
Barangay Himarco is a barangay in the municipality of Palompon, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Himarco hall?▾
Barangay Himarco is located in Palompon, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Himarco?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Himarco is Teodula Crizaldo Andales (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Himarco?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Himarco is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Palompon LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Himarco part of?▾
Barangay Himarco is one of 50 barangays in the municipality of Palompon, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Himarco urban or rural?▾
Barangay Himarco 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 Palompon?▾
Palompon 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 Himarco.
Has the population of Barangay Himarco been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Himarco went from 921 residents to 943 — 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 Himarco in?▾
Barangay Himarco is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 50 barangays administered by Palompon.
How many barangays are in Palompon?▾
Palompon has 50 barangays, including Barangay Himarco. You can browse the full list on our Palompon page.
How many residents does Barangay Himarco have?▾
Barangay Himarco had a population of 943 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Himarco?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Palompon is 6538. 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 Himarco, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Himarco was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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