Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is a local government unit in Panganiban, Catanduanes, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 222 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Tito Velasco Villamor(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.)
Situated in Panganiban, Catanduanes, Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is one of 23 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) had a population of 222. This made it the 18th largest of 23 barangays in Panganiban by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) accounted for approximately 2.48% of the total population of Panganiban, which stood at 8,947 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 286 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 222 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -22.4%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Panganiban is a municipality comprising 23 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Catanduanes, which contains 315 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) ranks 291st by 2024 POPCEN population. Catanduanes is classified as a 3rd 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 Panganiban 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 Santa Maria (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
309
—
—
2020 CPH
286
-23
-7.4%
2024 POPCEN
222
-64
-22.4%
2015–2020: -7.4% total (-1.54%/yr).2020–2024: -22.4% total (-6.14%/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 Panganiban
18thof 23
Among the lower half of Panganiban by population.
Share of Panganiban
2.5%
of the municipality's total 8,947 residents.
Rank in Catanduanes
291stof 315
Province-wide percentile: 8.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Panganiban (municipality) class
5th
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.
What you can request at Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.)
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) in Panganiban 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 Santa Maria (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Panganiban, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is located in Panganiban, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is Tito Velasco Villamor (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Panganiban LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Panganiban, Catanduanes, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) 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 Panganiban?▾
Panganiban is classified as a 5th 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 Santa Maria (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) went from 286 residents to 222 — a change of -22.4% 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 Santa Maria (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Catanduanes, and is one of 23 barangays administered by Panganiban.
How many barangays are in Panganiban?▾
Panganiban has 23 barangays, including Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Panganiban page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) had a population of 222 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Panganiban is 4806. 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 Santa Maria (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.) 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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Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.)
Information on Barangay Santa Maria (Pob.), Panganiban is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-25.
