Barangay Magsaysay is a barangay in Patnongon, Antique, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Patnongon. It had a population of 1,610 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Antonio Virayo Muescan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Magsaysay · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Magsaysay
Barangay Magsaysay forms part of Patnongon, a municipality in Antique, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Magsaysay had a population of 1,610. This made it the 8th largest of 36 barangays in Patnongon by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Magsaysay accounted for approximately 4.02% of the total population of Patnongon, which stood at 40,070 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,552 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,610 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +3.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Magsaysay is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Patnongon is a municipality comprising 36 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Magsaysay, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Antique, which contains 590 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Magsaysay ranks 111th by 2024 POPCEN population. Antique is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Magsaysay 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 Patnongon 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 Magsaysay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,533
—
—
2020 CPH
1,552
+19
+1.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,610
+58
+3.7%
2015–2020: +1.2% total (+0.25%/yr).2020–2024: +3.7% total (+0.92%/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 Patnongon
8thof 36
Among the top quartile of Patnongon by population.
Share of Patnongon
4.0%
of the municipality's total 40,070 residents.
Rank in Antique
111thof 590
Province-wide percentile: 81.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Patnongon (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 Magsaysay
Where is Barangay Magsaysay located?▾
Barangay Magsaysay is a barangay in the municipality of Patnongon, Antique, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Magsaysay hall?▾
Barangay Magsaysay is located in Patnongon, Antique, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Magsaysay?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Magsaysay is Antonio Virayo Muescan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Magsaysay?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Magsaysay is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Patnongon LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Magsaysay part of?▾
Barangay Magsaysay is one of 36 barangays in the municipality of Patnongon, Antique, Philippines.
Is Barangay Magsaysay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Magsaysay 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 Patnongon?▾
Patnongon 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 Magsaysay.
Has the population of Barangay Magsaysay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Magsaysay went from 1,552 residents to 1,610 — a change of +3.7% 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 Magsaysay in?▾
Barangay Magsaysay is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Antique, and is one of 36 barangays administered by Patnongon.
How many barangays are in Patnongon?▾
Patnongon has 36 barangays, including Barangay Magsaysay. You can browse the full list on our Patnongon page.
How many residents does Barangay Magsaysay have?▾
Barangay Magsaysay had a population of 1,610 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Magsaysay?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Patnongon is 5702. 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 Magsaysay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Magsaysay 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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