Situated in the municipality of Polomolok, South Cotabato, Barangay Palkan is one of the administrative divisions of SOCCSKSARGEN. It had a population of 3,942 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Avelina Lawi-an Rencio(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palkan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Palkan
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Palkan is one of the administrative divisions of Polomolok in South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Palkan had a population of 3,942. This made it the 14th largest of 23 barangays in Polomolok by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palkan accounted for approximately 2.23% of the total population of Polomolok, which stood at 176,671 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,810 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,942 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +3.5%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Palkan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Polomolok is a municipality comprising 23 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Palkan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of South Cotabato, which contains 225 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Palkan ranks 116th by 2024 POPCEN population. South Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Polomolok 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 Palkan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,766
—
—
2020 CPH
3,810
+44
+1.2%
2024 POPCEN
3,942
+132
+3.5%
2015–2020: +1.2% total (+0.23%/yr).2020–2024: +3.5% total (+0.86%/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 Polomolok
14thof 23
Among the lower half of Polomolok by population.
Share of Polomolok
2.2%
of the municipality's total 176,671 residents.
Rank in South Cotabato
116thof 225
Province-wide percentile: 49.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Polomolok (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 Palkan
Where is Barangay Palkan located?▾
Barangay Palkan is a barangay in the municipality of Polomolok, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palkan hall?▾
Barangay Palkan is located in Polomolok, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Palkan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Palkan is Avelina Lawi-an Rencio (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Palkan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Palkan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Polomolok LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Palkan part of?▾
Barangay Palkan is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Polomolok, South Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palkan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palkan 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 Polomolok?▾
Polomolok 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 Palkan.
Has the population of Barangay Palkan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palkan went from 3,810 residents to 3,942 — a change of +3.5% 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 Palkan in?▾
Barangay Palkan is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of South Cotabato, and is one of 23 barangays administered by Polomolok.
How many barangays are in Polomolok?▾
Polomolok has 23 barangays, including Barangay Palkan. You can browse the full list on our Polomolok page.
How many residents does Barangay Palkan have?▾
Barangay Palkan had a population of 3,942 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palkan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Polomolok is 9504. 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 Palkan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palkan 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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