Barangay Palactad is a local government unit in Quinapondan, Eastern Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 453 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Roger Padrilan Ranille(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palactad · Data updated 2026-06-23
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-7.6% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Palactad from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
490
—
—
2020 CPH
436
-54
-11.0%
2024 POPCEN
453
+17
+3.9%
2015–2020: -11.0% total (-2.31%/yr).2020–2024: +3.9% total (+0.96%/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 Quinapondan
14thof 25
Among the lower half of Quinapondan by population.
Share of Quinapondan
3.1%
of the municipality's total 14,624 residents.
Rank in Eastern Samar
375thof 597
Province-wide percentile: 37.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Quinapondan (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.
About Barangay Palactad
Situated in Quinapondan, Eastern Samar, Barangay Palactad is one of 25 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Palactad had a population of 453. This made it the 14th largest of 25 barangays in Quinapondan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palactad accounted for approximately 3.10% of the total population of Quinapondan, which stood at 14,624 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Palactad moved from 436 residents to 453, an intercensal change of +3.9%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Palactad is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Quinapondan is a municipality of 25 barangays, of which Barangay Palactad is one. Within the wider province of Eastern Samar, which contains 597 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Palactad ranks 375th by 2024 POPCEN population. Eastern Samar is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Quinapondan 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Palactad
Where is Barangay Palactad located?▾
Barangay Palactad is a barangay in the municipality of Quinapondan, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palactad hall?▾
Barangay Palactad is located in Quinapondan, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Palactad?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Palactad is Roger Padrilan Ranille (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Palactad?▾
You can contact Barangay Palactad via phone at 09751037544.
What municipality is Barangay Palactad part of?▾
Barangay Palactad is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Quinapondan, Eastern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palactad urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palactad 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 Quinapondan?▾
Quinapondan 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 Palactad.
Has the population of Barangay Palactad been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palactad went from 436 residents to 453 — a change of +3.9% 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 Palactad in?▾
Barangay Palactad is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Eastern Samar, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Quinapondan.
How many barangays are in Quinapondan?▾
Quinapondan has 25 barangays, including Barangay Palactad. You can browse the full list on our Quinapondan page.
How many residents does Barangay Palactad have?▾
Barangay Palactad had a population of 453 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palactad?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Quinapondan is 6810. 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 Palactad, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palactad was last updated on 2026-06-23. 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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