Barangay Bantique is a barangay in Panay, Capiz, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Panay. It had a population of 1,377 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Alberto Bulquerin Bernas JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bantique · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Bantique
Barangay Bantique forms part of Panay, a municipality in Capiz, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bantique had a population of 1,377. This made it the 12th largest of 42 barangays in Panay by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bantique accounted for approximately 2.70% of the total population of Panay, which stood at 50,946 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bantique moved from 1,357 residents to 1,377, an intercensal change of +1.5%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Bantique is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Panay is a municipality comprising 42 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bantique, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Capiz, which contains 473 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bantique ranks 222nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Capiz 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 Bantique 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 Panay 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 Bantique from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,306
—
—
2020 CPH
1,357
+51
+3.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,377
+20
+1.5%
2015–2020: +3.9% total (+0.77%/yr).2020–2024: +1.5% total (+0.37%/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 Panay
12thof 42
Among the upper half of Panay by population.
Share of Panay
2.7%
of the municipality's total 50,946 residents.
Rank in Capiz
222ndof 473
Province-wide percentile: 53.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Panay (municipality) class
3rd
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 Bantique
Where is Barangay Bantique located?▾
Barangay Bantique is a barangay in the municipality of Panay, Capiz, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bantique hall?▾
Barangay Bantique is located in Panay, Capiz, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bantique?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bantique is Alberto Bulquerin Bernas JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bantique?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bantique is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Panay LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bantique part of?▾
Barangay Bantique is one of 42 barangays in the municipality of Panay, Capiz, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bantique urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bantique 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 Panay?▾
Panay is classified as a 3rd 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 Bantique.
Has the population of Barangay Bantique been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bantique went from 1,357 residents to 1,377 — a change of +1.5% 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 Bantique in?▾
Barangay Bantique is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Capiz, and is one of 42 barangays administered by Panay.
How many barangays are in Panay?▾
Panay has 42 barangays, including Barangay Bantique. You can browse the full list on our Panay page.
How many residents does Barangay Bantique have?▾
Barangay Bantique had a population of 1,377 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bantique?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Panay is 5801. 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 Bantique, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bantique 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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