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Punong Barangay
Oscar Maraya Bertulfo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Halaba · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+0.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Halaba from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
460
—
—
2020 CPH
449
-11
-2.4%
2024 POPCEN
463
+14
+3.1%
2015–2020: -2.4% total (-0.48%/yr).2020–2024: +3.1% total (+0.77%/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 Pastrana
25thof 29
Among the smaller barangays of Pastrana by population.
Share of Pastrana
2.3%
of the municipality's total 20,327 residents.
Rank in Leyte
1292ndof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 21.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Pastrana (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.
About Barangay Halaba
Barangay Halaba is a very small barangay in the municipality of Pastrana, located in the province of Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Halaba had a population of 463. This made it the 25th largest of 29 barangays in Pastrana by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Halaba accounted for approximately 2.28% of the total population of Pastrana, which stood at 20,327 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 449 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 463 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +3.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Halaba is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pastrana is a municipality of 29 barangays, of which Barangay Halaba is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Halaba ranks 1292nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Pastrana 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Halaba
Where is Barangay Halaba located?▾
Barangay Halaba is a barangay in the municipality of Pastrana, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Halaba hall?▾
Barangay Halaba is located in Pastrana, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Halaba?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Halaba is Oscar Maraya Bertulfo (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Halaba?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Halaba is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Pastrana LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Halaba part of?▾
Barangay Halaba is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Pastrana, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Halaba urban or rural?▾
Barangay Halaba 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 Pastrana?▾
Pastrana 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 Halaba.
Has the population of Barangay Halaba been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Halaba went from 449 residents to 463 — a change of +3.1% 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 Halaba in?▾
Barangay Halaba is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 29 barangays administered by Pastrana.
How many barangays are in Pastrana?▾
Pastrana has 29 barangays, including Barangay Halaba. You can browse the full list on our Pastrana page.
How many residents does Barangay Halaba have?▾
Barangay Halaba had a population of 463 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Halaba?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pastrana is 6514. 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 Halaba, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Halaba was last updated on 2026-07-02. 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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