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Punong Barangay
Joven Ollero Consolacion(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion West · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Poblacion West
Barangay Poblacion West forms part of Pugo, a municipality in La Union, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion West had a population of 1,013. This made it the 10th largest of 14 barangays in Pugo by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion West accounted for approximately 5.30% of the total population of Pugo, which stood at 19,107 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,046 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,013 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -3.2%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Poblacion West is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pugo is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poblacion West, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of La Union, which contains 576 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poblacion West ranks 354th by 2024 POPCEN population. La Union is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Poblacion West 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 Pugo 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 West from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,048
—
—
2020 CPH
1,046
-2
-0.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,013
-33
-3.2%
2015–2020: -0.2% total (-0.04%/yr).2020–2024: -3.2% total (-0.80%/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 Pugo
10thof 14
Among the lower half of Pugo by population.
Share of Pugo
5.3%
of the municipality's total 19,107 residents.
Rank in La Union
354thof 576
Province-wide percentile: 39.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Pugo (municipality) class
5th
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 West
Where is Barangay Poblacion West located?▾
Barangay Poblacion West is a barangay in the municipality of Pugo, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion West hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion West is located in Pugo, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion West?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion West is Joven Ollero Consolacion (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion West?▾
You can contact Barangay Poblacion West via phone at 09394419246.
What municipality is Barangay Poblacion West part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion West is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Pugo, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion West urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion West 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 Pugo?▾
Pugo is classified as a 5th 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 West.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion West been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion West went from 1,046 residents to 1,013 — a change of -3.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Poblacion West in?▾
Barangay Poblacion West is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of La Union, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Pugo.
How many barangays are in Pugo?▾
Pugo has 14 barangays, including Barangay Poblacion West. You can browse the full list on our Pugo page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion West have?▾
Barangay Poblacion West had a population of 1,013 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion West?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pugo is 2508. 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 West, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion West was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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