Barangay Santo Tomas is a local government unit in Peñaranda, Nueva Ecija, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines. It had a population of 7,787 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dennis Tuazon Geronimo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santo Tomas · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Santo Tomas
Barangay Santo Tomas forms part of Peñaranda, a municipality in Nueva Ecija, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santo Tomas had a population of 7,787. This made it the 1st largest of 10 barangays in Peñaranda by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santo Tomas accounted for approximately 23.57% of the total population of Peñaranda, which stood at 33,043 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Santo Tomas moved from 7,705 residents to 7,787, an intercensal change of +1.1%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Santo Tomas is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Peñaranda is a municipality comprising 10 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santo Tomas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Nueva Ecija, which contains 849 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santo Tomas ranks 33rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Nueva Ecija 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 Peñaranda 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 Santo Tomas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
7,417
—
—
2020 CPH
7,705
+288
+3.9%
2024 POPCEN
7,787
+82
+1.1%
2015–2020: +3.9% total (+0.76%/yr).2020–2024: +1.1% total (+0.27%/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 Peñaranda
1stof 10
Among the top 10% of Peñaranda by population.
Share of Peñaranda
23.6%
of the municipality's total 33,043 residents.
Rank in Nueva Ecija
33rdof 849
Province-wide percentile: 96.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Peñaranda (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Santo Tomas
Where is Barangay Santo Tomas located?▾
Barangay Santo Tomas is a barangay in the municipality of Peñaranda, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santo Tomas hall?▾
Barangay Santo Tomas is located in Peñaranda, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santo Tomas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santo Tomas is Dennis Tuazon Geronimo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santo Tomas?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Santo Tomas is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Peñaranda LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Santo Tomas part of?▾
Barangay Santo Tomas is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of Peñaranda, Nueva Ecija, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santo Tomas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santo Tomas 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 Peñaranda?▾
Peñaranda 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 Santo Tomas.
Has the population of Barangay Santo Tomas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santo Tomas went from 7,705 residents to 7,787 — a change of +1.1% 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 Santo Tomas in?▾
Barangay Santo Tomas is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Nueva Ecija, and is one of 10 barangays administered by Peñaranda.
How many barangays are in Peñaranda?▾
Peñaranda has 10 barangays, including Barangay Santo Tomas. You can browse the full list on our Peñaranda page.
How many residents does Barangay Santo Tomas have?▾
Barangay Santo Tomas had a population of 7,787 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santo Tomas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Peñaranda is 3103. 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 Santo Tomas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santo Tomas 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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