Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is a barangay in Pototan, Iloilo, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Pototan. It had a population of 1,365 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Nicky Baloed Pescuela(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.)
Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is a small barangay in the municipality of Pototan, located in the province of Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) had a population of 1,365. This made it the 29th largest of 50 barangays in Pototan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) accounted for approximately 1.73% of the total population of Pototan, which stood at 78,919 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,489 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,365 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -8.3%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pototan is a municipality comprising 50 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) ranks 638th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) 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 Pototan 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 Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,503
—
—
2020 CPH
1,489
-14
-0.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,365
-124
-8.3%
2015–2020: -0.9% total (-0.19%/yr).2020–2024: -8.3% total (-2.15%/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 Pototan
29thof 50
Among the lower half of Pototan by population.
Share of Pototan
1.7%
of the municipality's total 78,919 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
638thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 66.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Pototan (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.
What you can request at Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.)
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) in Pototan during office hours to request any of the following.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Pototan, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is located in Pototan, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is Nicky Baloed Pescuela (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Pototan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is one of 50 barangays in the municipality of Pototan, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) 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 Pototan?▾
Pototan 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 Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) went from 1,489 residents to 1,365 — a change of -8.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 50 barangays administered by Pototan.
How many barangays are in Pototan?▾
Pototan has 50 barangays, including Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Pototan page.
How many residents does Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) had a population of 1,365 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pototan is 5008. 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 Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lopez Jaena Ward (Pob.) 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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