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Punong Barangay
Romel Redondo Ragual(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.)
Situated in Paoay, Ilocos Norte, Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) is one of 31 barangays that make up the municipality within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) had a population of 641. This made it the 18th largest of 31 barangays in Paoay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) accounted for approximately 2.65% of the total population of Paoay, which stood at 24,204 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 838 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 641 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -23.5%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Paoay is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Norte, which contains 559 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) ranks 438th by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Norte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) 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.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Paoay 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 Rita (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
706
—
—
2020 CPH
838
+132
+18.7%
2024 POPCEN
641
-197
-23.5%
2015–2020: +18.7% total (+3.49%/yr).2020–2024: -23.5% total (-6.48%/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 Paoay
18thof 31
Among the lower half of Paoay by population.
Share of Paoay
2.6%
of the municipality's total 24,204 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Norte
438thof 559
Province-wide percentile: 22.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Paoay (municipality) class
4th
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 Rita (Pob.)
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) in Paoay 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 Rita (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Paoay, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) is located in Paoay, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) is Romel Redondo Ragual (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.)?▾
You can contact Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) via phone at 09685747199.
What municipality is Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Paoay, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Rita (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 Paoay?▾
Paoay is classified as a 4th 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 Rita (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) went from 838 residents to 641 — a change of -23.5% 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 Rita (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Norte, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Paoay.
How many barangays are in Paoay?▾
Paoay has 31 barangays, including Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Paoay page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.) had a population of 641 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Rita (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Paoay is 2902. 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 Rita (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Rita (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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