Poro · Cebu
Barangay Rizal is a local government unit in Poro, Cebu, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 836 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Barangay Rizal · Data updated 2026-04-17
2024 POPCEN (Census of Population)
Classification: Rural barangay
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Situated in Poro, Cebu, Barangay Rizal is one of 17 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Rizal had a population of 836. This made it the 16th largest of 17 barangays in Poro by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Rizal accounted for approximately 3.11% of the total population of Poro, which stood at 26,908 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Rizal changed from 786 to 836, a shift of +6.4% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Poro. Barangay Rizal is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Poro is a municipality comprising 17 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Rizal, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Rizal ranks 1058th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Rizal 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.
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These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Rizal in Poro during office hours to request any of the following.
Proof of residency and good moral standing, required for many government and private applications.
Confirms you are a resident of the barangay for job applications, school enrollment, and benefits claims.
For residents who need proof of low-income status to access government assistance, scholarships, or medical aid.
Required for notarial acts, court appearances, and many government transactions. Issued yearly.
Barangay-level clearance required before applying for a city or municipal business permit.
Official record of an incident — disputes, accidents, lost items. Often required for insurance or police reports.
Verifies good standing in the community for job, school, and visa applications.
Free mediation for disputes between residents, mandated by RA 7160. Required before most civil cases can go to court.
Youth-related certifications for residents aged 15–30, issued through the SK Chairperson.
Initial endorsement for senior citizens (60+) applying for their OSCA ID and associated benefits.
Barangay endorsement required before applying for a PWD ID at the city social welfare office.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
Verified April 2026. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 first.
Primary number for police, fire, medical, and disaster emergencies.
Ambulance, blood services, and disaster response nationwide.
24/7 helpline for children in crisis, abuse, and trafficking cases.
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Barangay Rizal is a barangay in the municipality of Poro, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
Barangay Rizal is located in Poro, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Rizal is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
Verified contact information for Barangay Rizal is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Poro LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
Barangay Rizal is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Poro, Cebu, Philippines.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code), residents of Barangay Rizal can request the following services at the barangay hall: barangay clearance, barangay certificate of residency, certificate of indigency, cedula (community tax certificate), business permit endorsement, blotter / incident report, certificate of good moral character, dispute mediation via the Lupong Tagapamayapa, Sangguniang Kabataan certifications, senior citizen ID processing, and PWD ID endorsement. Call the barangay hall before visiting to confirm requirements and fees.
Visit the Barangay Rizal barangay hall during office hours (typically Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm), bring a valid government ID and proof of residency, state your purpose, pay the processing fee (typically ₱50 to ₱100), and receive your clearance — usually on the same day. See our complete guide to getting a barangay clearance in the Philippines for step-by-step instructions.
In the Philippines, the primary national emergency hotline is 911 — it connects you to police, fire, medical, and disaster services through a single number. For ambulance and disaster response, call the Philippine Red Cross at 143. For child protection emergencies, call Bantay Bata at 163. Older hotlines like 117 (PNP) and 160 (Bureau of Fire) have been largely consolidated under 911 and may not ring reliably — use 911 first.
Poro has 17 barangays, including Barangay Rizal. You can browse the full list on our Poro page.
Barangay Rizal had a population of 836 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
The ZIP code for Barangay Rizal in Poro is 6049. This is the Philippine postal code assigned to Poro by PHLPost and is used for mail delivery across all barangays in the city or municipality.
The information on this page for Barangay Rizal was last updated on 2026-04-17. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.