Barangay Macapil is a local government unit in Piat, Cagayan, in the Cagayan Valley region of the Philippines. It had a population of 824 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Piat. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Vicson Olea Branzuela(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Macapil · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Macapil
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Macapil is one of the administrative divisions of Piat in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Macapil had a population of 824. This made it the 15th largest of 18 barangays in Piat by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Macapil accounted for approximately 3.24% of the total population of Piat, which stood at 25,436 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 782 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 824 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +5.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Macapil is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Piat is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Macapil, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Macapil ranks 607th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Macapil is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Piat 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 Macapil from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
613
—
—
2020 CPH
782
+169
+27.6%
2024 POPCEN
824
+42
+5.4%
2015–2020: +27.6% total (+4.99%/yr).2020–2024: +5.4% total (+1.32%/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 Piat
15thof 18
Among the smaller barangays of Piat by population.
Share of Piat
3.2%
of the municipality's total 25,436 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
607thof 820
Province-wide percentile: 26.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Piat (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Macapil in Piat 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 Macapil
Where is Barangay Macapil located?▾
Barangay Macapil is a barangay in the municipality of Piat, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Macapil hall?▾
Barangay Macapil is located in Piat, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Macapil?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Macapil is Vicson Olea Branzuela (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Macapil?▾
You can contact Barangay Macapil via phone at 09674920242.
What municipality is Barangay Macapil part of?▾
Barangay Macapil is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Piat, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Macapil urban or rural?▾
Barangay Macapil 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 Piat?▾
Piat 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 Macapil.
Has the population of Barangay Macapil been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Macapil went from 782 residents to 824 — a change of +5.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Macapil in?▾
Barangay Macapil is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 18 barangays administered by Piat.
How many barangays are in Piat?▾
Piat has 18 barangays, including Barangay Macapil. You can browse the full list on our Piat page.
How many residents does Barangay Macapil have?▾
Barangay Macapil had a population of 824 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Macapil?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Piat is 3527. 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 Macapil, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Macapil 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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