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Punong Barangay
Queterio Zenarosa Camus(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Awitan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Awitan
Situated in Paracale, Camarines Norte, Barangay Awitan is one of 27 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Awitan had a population of 279. This made it the 27th largest of 27 barangays in Paracale by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Awitan accounted for approximately 0.48% of the total population of Paracale, which stood at 58,391 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Awitan moved from 347 residents to 279, an intercensal change of -19.6%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Awitan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Paracale is a municipality comprising 27 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Awitan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Camarines Norte, which contains 282 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Awitan ranks 281st by 2024 POPCEN population. Camarines Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Awitan 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 Paracale 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 Awitan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
327
—
—
2020 CPH
347
+20
+6.1%
2024 POPCEN
279
-68
-19.6%
2015–2020: +6.1% total (+1.19%/yr).2020–2024: -19.6% total (-5.31%/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 Paracale
27thof 27
Among the smaller barangays of Paracale by population.
Share of Paracale
0.48%
of the municipality's total 58,391 residents.
Rank in Camarines Norte
281stof 282
Province-wide percentile: 1.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Paracale (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 Awitan
Where is Barangay Awitan located?▾
Barangay Awitan is a barangay in the municipality of Paracale, Camarines Norte, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Awitan hall?▾
Barangay Awitan is located in Paracale, Camarines Norte, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Awitan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Awitan is Queterio Zenarosa Camus (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Awitan?▾
You can contact Barangay Awitan via phone at 09127170646.
What municipality is Barangay Awitan part of?▾
Barangay Awitan is one of 27 barangays in the municipality of Paracale, Camarines Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Awitan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Awitan 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 Paracale?▾
Paracale 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 Awitan.
Has the population of Barangay Awitan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Awitan went from 347 residents to 279 — a change of -19.6% 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 Awitan in?▾
Barangay Awitan is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Camarines Norte, and is one of 27 barangays administered by Paracale.
How many barangays are in Paracale?▾
Paracale has 27 barangays, including Barangay Awitan. You can browse the full list on our Paracale page.
How many residents does Barangay Awitan have?▾
Barangay Awitan had a population of 279 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Awitan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Paracale is 4605. 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 Awitan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Awitan 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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