Barangay Upon is a barangay in Pinili, Ilocos Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Pinili. It had a population of 593 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Leonardo Pucan Blanco(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Upon · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+2.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Upon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
577
—
—
2020 CPH
586
+9
+1.6%
2024 POPCEN
593
+7
+1.2%
2015–2020: +1.6% total (+0.31%/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 Pinili
15thof 25
Among the lower half of Pinili by population.
Share of Pinili
3.3%
of the municipality's total 17,705 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Norte
456thof 559
Province-wide percentile: 19.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Pinili (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.
About Barangay Upon
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Upon is one of the administrative divisions of Pinili in Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Upon had a population of 593. This made it the 15th largest of 25 barangays in Pinili by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Upon accounted for approximately 3.35% of the total population of Pinili, which stood at 17,705 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Upon moved from 586 residents to 593, an intercensal change of +1.2%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Upon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pinili is a municipality of 25 barangays, of which Barangay Upon is one. Within the wider province of Ilocos Norte, which contains 559 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Upon ranks 456th by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Norte 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 Pinili 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 Upon
Where is Barangay Upon located?▾
Barangay Upon is a barangay in the municipality of Pinili, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Upon hall?▾
Barangay Upon is located in Pinili, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Upon?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Upon is Leonardo Pucan Blanco (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Upon?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Upon is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Pinili LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Upon part of?▾
Barangay Upon is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Pinili, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Upon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Upon 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 Pinili?▾
Pinili 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 Upon.
Has the population of Barangay Upon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Upon went from 586 residents to 593 — a change of +1.2% 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 Upon in?▾
Barangay Upon is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Norte, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Pinili.
How many barangays are in Pinili?▾
Pinili has 25 barangays, including Barangay Upon. You can browse the full list on our Pinili page.
How many residents does Barangay Upon have?▾
Barangay Upon had a population of 593 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Upon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pinili is 2905. 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 Upon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Upon was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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