Barangay Punta Baja is a barangay in Rizal, Palawan, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Rizal. It had a population of 13,366 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Punta Baja · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Punta Baja
Barangay Punta Baja is a large barangay in the municipality of Rizal, located in the province of Palawan, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Punta Baja had a population of 13,366. This made it the 1st largest of 11 barangays in Rizal by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Punta Baja accounted for approximately 22.64% of the total population of Rizal, which stood at 59,040 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 Punta Baja changed from 12,185 to 13,366, a shift of +9.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Rizal. Barangay Punta Baja is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Rizal is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Punta Baja, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Palawan, which contains 433 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Punta Baja ranks 12th by 2024 POPCEN population. Palawan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Punta Baja 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.
The current Sangguniang Barangay leadership for Barangay Punta Baja is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist. Other details about this barangay — including census population, urban/rural classification, income class, and administrative hierarchy — are documented in the sections below.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026 under Republic Act No. 12232. Each Punong Barangay, Kagawad, and SK Chairperson serves a four-year term.
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Population history of Barangay Punta Baja from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
10,594
—
—
2020 CPH
12,185
+1,591
+15.0%
2024 POPCEN
13,366
+1,181
+9.7%
2015–2020: +15.0% total (+2.84%/yr).2020–2024: +9.7% total (+2.34%/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 Rizal
1stof 11
Among the top 10% of Rizal by population.
Share of Rizal
22.6%
of the municipality's total 59,040 residents.
Rank in Palawan
12thof 433
Province-wide percentile: 97.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Rizal (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Punta Baja
Where is Barangay Punta Baja located?▾
Barangay Punta Baja is a barangay in the municipality of Rizal, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Punta Baja hall?▾
Barangay Punta Baja is located in Rizal, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Punta Baja?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Punta Baja is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Punta Baja?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Punta Baja is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Rizal LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Punta Baja part of?▾
Barangay Punta Baja is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Rizal, Palawan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Punta Baja urban or rural?▾
Barangay Punta Baja is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Rizal?▾
Rizal 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 Punta Baja.
Has the population of Barangay Punta Baja been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Punta Baja went from 12,185 residents to 13,366 — a change of +9.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Punta Baja in?▾
Barangay Punta Baja is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Palawan, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Rizal.
How many barangays are in Rizal?▾
Rizal has 11 barangays, including Barangay Punta Baja. You can browse the full list on our Rizal page.
How many residents does Barangay Punta Baja have?▾
Barangay Punta Baja had a population of 13,366 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Punta Baja?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Rizal is 3526. 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 Punta Baja, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Punta Baja 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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Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-25.
