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Punong Barangay
Virgilio Parcasio Marullo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion 3 · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Poblacion 3
Situated in Pura, Tarlac, Barangay Poblacion 3 is one of 16 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Luzon.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion 3 had a population of 1,176. This made it the 12th largest of 16 barangays in Pura by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion 3 accounted for approximately 4.35% of the total population of Pura, which stood at 27,017 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Poblacion 3 moved from 1,192 residents to 1,176, an intercensal change of -1.3%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Poblacion 3 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 Poblacion 3, 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 Poblacion 3 ranks 416th 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 Poblacion 3 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 Poblacion 3 from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,207
—
—
2020 CPH
1,192
-15
-1.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,176
-16
-1.3%
2015–2020: -1.2% total (-0.25%/yr).2020–2024: -1.3% total (-0.34%/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
12thof 16
Among the lower half of Pura by population.
Share of Pura
4.4%
of the municipality's total 27,017 residents.
Rank in Tarlac
416thof 511
Province-wide percentile: 19.
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 Poblacion 3
Where is Barangay Poblacion 3 located?▾
Barangay Poblacion 3 is a barangay in the municipality of Pura, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion 3 hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion 3 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 Poblacion 3?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion 3 is Virgilio Parcasio Marullo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion 3?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Poblacion 3 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 Poblacion 3 part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion 3 is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Pura, Tarlac, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion 3 urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion 3 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 Poblacion 3.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion 3 been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion 3 went from 1,192 residents to 1,176 — a change of -1.3% 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 3 in?▾
Barangay Poblacion 3 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 Poblacion 3. You can browse the full list on our Pura page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion 3 have?▾
Barangay Poblacion 3 had a population of 1,176 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion 3?▾
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 Poblacion 3, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion 3 was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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