Barangay Balaba is a barangay in Polangui, Albay, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Polangui. It had a population of 1,844 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 Polangui. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Elben C Babagay(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balaba · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Balaba
Barangay Balaba forms part of Polangui, a municipality in Albay, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balaba had a population of 1,844. This made it the 17th largest of 44 barangays in Polangui by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balaba accounted for approximately 2.06% of the total population of Polangui, which stood at 89,344 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Balaba moved from 1,813 residents to 1,844, an intercensal change of +1.7%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Balaba is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Polangui is a municipality comprising 44 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balaba, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Albay, which contains 720 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balaba ranks 256th by 2024 POPCEN population. Albay 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 Balaba 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 Polangui 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 Balaba from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,697
—
—
2020 CPH
1,813
+116
+6.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,844
+31
+1.7%
2015–2020: +6.8% total (+1.33%/yr).2020–2024: +1.7% total (+0.42%/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 Polangui
17thof 44
Among the upper half of Polangui by population.
Share of Polangui
2.1%
of the municipality's total 89,344 residents.
Rank in Albay
256thof 720
Province-wide percentile: 65.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Polangui (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Balaba in Polangui during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Balaba
Where is Barangay Balaba located?▾
Barangay Balaba is a barangay in the municipality of Polangui, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balaba hall?▾
Barangay Balaba is located in Polangui, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balaba?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balaba is Elben C Babagay (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balaba?▾
You can contact Barangay Balaba via phone at 0993719181.
What municipality is Barangay Balaba part of?▾
Barangay Balaba is one of 44 barangays in the municipality of Polangui, Albay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balaba urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balaba 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 Polangui?▾
Polangui 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 Balaba.
Has the population of Barangay Balaba been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balaba went from 1,813 residents to 1,844 — a change of +1.7% 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 Balaba in?▾
Barangay Balaba is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Albay, and is one of 44 barangays administered by Polangui.
How many barangays are in Polangui?▾
Polangui has 44 barangays, including Barangay Balaba. You can browse the full list on our Polangui page.
How many residents does Barangay Balaba have?▾
Barangay Balaba had a population of 1,844 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balaba?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Polangui is 4506. 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 Balaba, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balaba 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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