Situated in the municipality of Romblon, Romblon, Barangay Capaclan is one of the administrative divisions of MIMAROPA Region. It had a population of 4,267 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Luisa Factor Molo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Capaclan · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Capaclan
Barangay Capaclan is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Romblon, located in the province of Romblon, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Capaclan had a population of 4,267. This made it the 1st largest of 31 barangays in Romblon by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Capaclan accounted for approximately 10.94% of the total population of Romblon, which stood at 39,004 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 Capaclan changed from 4,790 to 4,267, a shift of -10.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Romblon. Barangay Capaclan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Romblon is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Capaclan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Romblon, which contains 219 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Capaclan ranks 2nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Romblon is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Capaclan 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 Romblon 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 Capaclan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,444
—
—
2020 CPH
4,790
+346
+7.8%
2024 POPCEN
4,267
-523
-10.9%
2015–2020: +7.8% total (+1.51%/yr).2020–2024: -10.9% total (-2.85%/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 Romblon
1stof 31
Among the top 10% of Romblon by population.
Share of Romblon
10.9%
of the municipality's total 39,004 residents.
Rank in Romblon
2ndof 219
Province-wide percentile: 100.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Romblon (municipality) class
3rd
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 Capaclan
Where is Barangay Capaclan located?▾
Barangay Capaclan is a barangay in the municipality of Romblon, Romblon, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Capaclan hall?▾
Barangay Capaclan is located in Romblon, Romblon, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Capaclan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Capaclan is Luisa Factor Molo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Capaclan?▾
You can contact Barangay Capaclan via phone at 09184611392.
What municipality is Barangay Capaclan part of?▾
Barangay Capaclan is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Romblon, Romblon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Capaclan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Capaclan 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 Romblon?▾
Romblon is classified as a 3rd 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 Capaclan.
Has the population of Barangay Capaclan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Capaclan went from 4,790 residents to 4,267 — a change of -10.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Capaclan in?▾
Barangay Capaclan is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Romblon, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Romblon.
How many barangays are in Romblon?▾
Romblon has 31 barangays, including Barangay Capaclan. You can browse the full list on our Romblon page.
How many residents does Barangay Capaclan have?▾
Barangay Capaclan had a population of 4,267 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Capaclan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Romblon is 5500. 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 Capaclan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Capaclan was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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