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Punong Barangay
Romeo Jr Pingad Buncag(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Batu · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Batu
Barangay Batu is a small barangay in the municipality of Rizal, located in the province of Cagayan, in the Cagayan Valley region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Batu had a population of 696. This made it the 15th largest of 29 barangays in Rizal by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Batu accounted for approximately 3.56% of the total population of Rizal, which stood at 19,577 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 681 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 696 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.2%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Batu is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Rizal is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Batu, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Batu ranks 667th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Batu 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 Rizal 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 Batu from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
626
—
—
2020 CPH
681
+55
+8.8%
2024 POPCEN
696
+15
+2.2%
2015–2020: +8.8% total (+1.70%/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 Rizal
15thof 29
Among the upper half of Rizal by population.
Share of Rizal
3.6%
of the municipality's total 19,577 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
667thof 820
Province-wide percentile: 19.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Rizal (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 Batu
Where is Barangay Batu located?▾
Barangay Batu is a barangay in the municipality of Rizal, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Batu hall?▾
Barangay Batu is located in Rizal, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Batu?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Batu is Romeo Jr Pingad Buncag (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Batu?▾
You can contact Barangay Batu via phone at 09169687556.
What municipality is Barangay Batu part of?▾
Barangay Batu is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Rizal, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Batu urban or rural?▾
Barangay Batu 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 Rizal?▾
Rizal 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 Batu.
Has the population of Barangay Batu been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Batu went from 681 residents to 696 — 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 Batu in?▾
Barangay Batu is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 29 barangays administered by Rizal.
How many barangays are in Rizal?▾
Rizal has 29 barangays, including Barangay Batu. You can browse the full list on our Rizal page.
How many residents does Barangay Batu have?▾
Barangay Batu had a population of 696 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Batu?▾
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 Batu, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Batu 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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