Situated in the municipality of Pigkawayan, Cotabato, Barangay Maluao is one of the administrative divisions of SOCCSKSARGEN. It had a population of 1,760 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rene Boston Cadiao(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Maluao · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+13.5% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Maluao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,551
—
—
2020 CPH
1,757
+206
+13.3%
2024 POPCEN
1,760
+3
+0.2%
2015–2020: +13.3% total (+2.53%/yr).2020–2024: +0.2% total (+0.04%/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 Pigkawayan
16thof 40
Among the upper half of Pigkawayan by population.
Share of Pigkawayan
3.3%
of the municipality's total 53,593 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
342ndof 543
Province-wide percentile: 37.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Pigkawayan (municipality) class
1st
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 Maluao
Barangay Maluao forms part of Pigkawayan, a municipality in Cotabato, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Maluao had a population of 1,760. This made it the 16th largest of 40 barangays in Pigkawayan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Maluao accounted for approximately 3.28% of the total population of Pigkawayan, which stood at 53,593 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Maluao changed from 1,757 to 1,760, a shift of +0.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Pigkawayan. Barangay Maluao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pigkawayan is a municipality of 40 barangays, of which Barangay Maluao is one. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Maluao ranks 342nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato 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 Pigkawayan 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 Maluao
Where is Barangay Maluao located?▾
Barangay Maluao is a barangay in the municipality of Pigkawayan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Maluao hall?▾
Barangay Maluao is located in Pigkawayan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Maluao?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Maluao is Rene Boston Cadiao (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Maluao?▾
You can contact Barangay Maluao via phone at 09603448209.
What municipality is Barangay Maluao part of?▾
Barangay Maluao is one of 40 barangays in the municipality of Pigkawayan, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Maluao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Maluao 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 Pigkawayan?▾
Pigkawayan is classified as a 1st 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 Maluao.
Has the population of Barangay Maluao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Maluao went from 1,757 residents to 1,760 — a change of +0.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Maluao in?▾
Barangay Maluao is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 40 barangays administered by Pigkawayan.
How many barangays are in Pigkawayan?▾
Pigkawayan has 40 barangays, including Barangay Maluao. You can browse the full list on our Pigkawayan page.
How many residents does Barangay Maluao have?▾
Barangay Maluao had a population of 1,760 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Maluao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pigkawayan is 9412. 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 Maluao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Maluao 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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