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Punong Barangay
Roldan Barlizo Blacer(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palanas · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Palanas
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Palanas is one of the administrative divisions of Pilar in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Palanas had a population of 1,339. This made it the 25th largest of 49 barangays in Pilar by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palanas accounted for approximately 1.74% of the total population of Pilar, which stood at 76,908 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 Palanas changed from 1,355 to 1,339, a shift of -1.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Pilar. Barangay Palanas is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pilar is a municipality comprising 49 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Palanas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Palanas ranks 235th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Palanas 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 Pilar 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 Palanas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,196
—
—
2020 CPH
1,355
+159
+13.3%
2024 POPCEN
1,339
-16
-1.2%
2015–2020: +13.3% total (+2.53%/yr).2020–2024: -1.2% total (-0.30%/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 Pilar
25thof 49
Among the upper half of Pilar by population.
Share of Pilar
1.7%
of the municipality's total 76,908 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
235thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 57.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Pilar (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Palanas
Where is Barangay Palanas located?▾
Barangay Palanas is a barangay in the municipality of Pilar, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palanas hall?▾
Barangay Palanas is located in Pilar, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Palanas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Palanas is Roldan Barlizo Blacer (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Palanas?▾
You can contact Barangay Palanas via phone at 09286508595.
What municipality is Barangay Palanas part of?▾
Barangay Palanas is one of 49 barangays in the municipality of Pilar, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palanas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palanas 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 Pilar?▾
Pilar 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 Palanas.
Has the population of Barangay Palanas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palanas went from 1,355 residents to 1,339 — a change of -1.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Palanas in?▾
Barangay Palanas is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 49 barangays administered by Pilar.
How many barangays are in Pilar?▾
Pilar has 49 barangays, including Barangay Palanas. You can browse the full list on our Pilar page.
How many residents does Barangay Palanas have?▾
Barangay Palanas had a population of 1,339 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palanas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pilar is 4714. 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 Palanas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palanas was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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