Located in Plaridel, Bulacan, Barangay Poblacion is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Plaridel. It had a population of 3,894 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ruel Constantino Marquez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Poblacion
Barangay Poblacion is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Plaridel, located in the province of Bulacan, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion had a population of 3,894. This made it the 14th largest of 19 barangays in Plaridel by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion accounted for approximately 3.22% of the total population of Plaridel, which stood at 120,939 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,878 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,894 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.4%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Poblacion is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Plaridel is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poblacion, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bulacan, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poblacion ranks 320th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bulacan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Poblacion 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 Plaridel 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 Poblacion from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,901
—
—
2020 CPH
3,878
-23
-0.6%
2024 POPCEN
3,894
+16
+0.4%
2015–2020: -0.6% total (-0.12%/yr).2020–2024: +0.4% total (+0.10%/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 Plaridel
14thof 19
Among the lower half of Plaridel by population.
Share of Plaridel
3.2%
of the municipality's total 120,939 residents.
Rank in Bulacan
320thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 44.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Plaridel (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 Poblacion
Where is Barangay Poblacion located?▾
Barangay Poblacion is a barangay in the municipality of Plaridel, Bulacan, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion is located in Plaridel, Bulacan, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion is Ruel Constantino Marquez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion?▾
You can contact Barangay Poblacion via phone at 4922821.
What municipality is Barangay Poblacion part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Plaridel, Bulacan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion 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 Plaridel?▾
Plaridel 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 Poblacion.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion went from 3,878 residents to 3,894 — a change of +0.4% 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 Poblacion in?▾
Barangay Poblacion is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Bulacan, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Plaridel.
How many barangays are in Plaridel?▾
Plaridel has 19 barangays, including Barangay Poblacion. You can browse the full list on our Plaridel page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion have?▾
Barangay Poblacion had a population of 3,894 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Plaridel is 3004. 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 Poblacion, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion 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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