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Punong Barangay
Virginia Franco Cendreda(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balite · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay Balite
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Balite is one of the administrative divisions of Pura in Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balite had a population of 1,876. This made it the 4th largest of 16 barangays in Pura by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balite accounted for approximately 6.94% of the total population of Pura, which stood at 27,017 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Balite changed from 1,835 to 1,876, a shift of +2.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Pura. Barangay Balite is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pura is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balite, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Tarlac, which contains 511 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balite ranks 293rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Tarlac 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 Balite 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 Pura 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 Balite from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,730
—
—
2020 CPH
1,835
+105
+6.1%
2024 POPCEN
1,876
+41
+2.2%
2015–2020: +6.1% total (+1.19%/yr).2020–2024: +2.2% total (+0.55%/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 Pura
4thof 16
Among the top quartile of Pura by population.
Share of Pura
6.9%
of the municipality's total 27,017 residents.
Rank in Tarlac
293rdof 511
Province-wide percentile: 43.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Pura (municipality) class
4th
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 Balite
Where is Barangay Balite located?▾
Barangay Balite is a barangay in the municipality of Pura, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balite hall?▾
Barangay Balite is located in Pura, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balite?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balite is Virginia Franco Cendreda (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balite?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Balite is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Pura LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Balite part of?▾
Barangay Balite is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Pura, Tarlac, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balite urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balite 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 Pura?▾
Pura is classified as a 4th 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 Balite.
Has the population of Barangay Balite been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balite went from 1,835 residents to 1,876 — a change of +2.2% 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 Balite in?▾
Barangay Balite is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Tarlac, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Pura.
How many barangays are in Pura?▾
Pura has 16 barangays, including Barangay Balite. You can browse the full list on our Pura page.
How many residents does Barangay Balite have?▾
Barangay Balite had a population of 1,876 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balite?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pura is 2312. 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 Balite, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balite was last updated on 2026-05-29. 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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