Located in Pangutaran, Sulu, Barangay Kawitan is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Pangutaran. It had a population of 2,306 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Pangutaran. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kawitan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Kawitan
Barangay Kawitan is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Pangutaran, located in the province of Sulu, in the BARMM region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kawitan had a population of 2,306. This made it the 8th largest of 16 barangays in Pangutaran by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kawitan accounted for approximately 5.55% of the total population of Pangutaran, which stood at 41,575 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Kawitan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pangutaran is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kawitan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sulu, which contains 410 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kawitan ranks 133rd by 2024 POPCEN population.
Barangay Kawitan is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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.
The current Sangguniang Barangay leadership for Barangay Kawitan is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist. Other details about this barangay — including census population, urban/rural classification, income class, and administrative hierarchy — are documented in the sections below.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026 under Republic Act No. 12232. Each Punong Barangay, Kagawad, and SK Chairperson serves a four-year term.
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Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Kawitan in Pangutaran 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 Kawitan
Where is Barangay Kawitan located?▾
Barangay Kawitan is a barangay in the municipality of Pangutaran, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kawitan hall?▾
Barangay Kawitan is located in Pangutaran, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kawitan?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Kawitan is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kawitan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Kawitan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Pangutaran LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Kawitan part of?▾
Barangay Kawitan is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Pangutaran, Sulu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kawitan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kawitan 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 region of the Philippines is Barangay Kawitan in?▾
Barangay Kawitan is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Sulu, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Pangutaran.
How many barangays are in Pangutaran?▾
Pangutaran has 16 barangays, including Barangay Kawitan. You can browse the full list on our Pangutaran page.
How many residents does Barangay Kawitan have?▾
Barangay Kawitan had a population of 2,306 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kawitan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pangutaran is 7414. 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 Kawitan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kawitan was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
