Barangay Carino is a barangay in Paniqui, Tarlac, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Paniqui. It had a population of 5,276 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Orlando Melchor Jimenez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Carino · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Carino
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Carino is one of the administrative divisions of Paniqui in Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Carino had a population of 5,276. This made it the 3rd largest of 35 barangays in Paniqui by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Carino accounted for approximately 4.97% of the total population of Paniqui, which stood at 106,190 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Carino changed from 5,196 to 5,276, a shift of +1.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Paniqui. Barangay Carino is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Paniqui is a municipality comprising 35 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Carino, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Tarlac, which contains 511 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Carino ranks 64th by 2024 POPCEN population. Tarlac is classified as a 1st 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 Paniqui 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 Carino from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,643
—
—
2020 CPH
5,196
+553
+11.9%
2024 POPCEN
5,276
+80
+1.5%
2015–2020: +11.9% total (+2.28%/yr).2020–2024: +1.5% total (+0.38%/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 Paniqui
3rdof 35
Among the top 10% of Paniqui by population.
Share of Paniqui
5.0%
of the municipality's total 106,190 residents.
Rank in Tarlac
64thof 511
Province-wide percentile: 88.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Paniqui (municipality) class
1st
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 Carino
Where is Barangay Carino located?▾
Barangay Carino is a barangay in the municipality of Paniqui, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Carino hall?▾
Barangay Carino is located in Paniqui, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Carino?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Carino is Orlando Melchor Jimenez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Carino?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Carino is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Paniqui LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Carino part of?▾
Barangay Carino is one of 35 barangays in the municipality of Paniqui, Tarlac, Philippines.
Is Barangay Carino urban or rural?▾
Barangay Carino is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Paniqui?▾
Paniqui is classified as a 1st 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 Carino.
Has the population of Barangay Carino been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Carino went from 5,196 residents to 5,276 — 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 Carino in?▾
Barangay Carino is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Tarlac, and is one of 35 barangays administered by Paniqui.
How many barangays are in Paniqui?▾
Paniqui has 35 barangays, including Barangay Carino. You can browse the full list on our Paniqui page.
How many residents does Barangay Carino have?▾
Barangay Carino had a population of 5,276 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Carino?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Paniqui is 2307. 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 Carino, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Carino 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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