Situated in the municipality of Rosario, Cavite, Barangay Wawa I is one of the administrative divisions of CALABARZON. It had a population of 5,641 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Rosario. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Diosdado Pantua Copon JR(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Wawa I · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Wawa I
Situated in Rosario, Cavite, Barangay Wawa I is one of 20 barangays that make up the municipality within CALABARZON.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Wawa I had a population of 5,641. This made it the 9th largest of 20 barangays in Rosario by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Wawa I accounted for approximately 5.01% of the total population of Rosario, which stood at 112,572 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 Wawa I changed from 5,511 to 5,641, a shift of +2.4% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Rosario. Barangay Wawa I is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Rosario is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Wawa I, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cavite, which contains 829 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Wawa I ranks 198th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cavite 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 Wawa I 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 Rosario 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 Wawa I from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,894
—
—
2020 CPH
5,511
+617
+12.6%
2024 POPCEN
5,641
+130
+2.4%
2015–2020: +12.6% total (+2.40%/yr).2020–2024: +2.4% total (+0.58%/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 Rosario
9thof 20
Among the upper half of Rosario by population.
Share of Rosario
5.0%
of the municipality's total 112,572 residents.
Rank in Cavite
198thof 829
Province-wide percentile: 76.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Rosario (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 Wawa I
Where is Barangay Wawa I located?▾
Barangay Wawa I is a barangay in the municipality of Rosario, Cavite, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Wawa I hall?▾
Barangay Wawa I is located in Rosario, Cavite, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Wawa I?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Wawa I is Diosdado Pantua Copon JR (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Wawa I?▾
You can contact Barangay Wawa I via phone at (046)438-4291.
What municipality is Barangay Wawa I part of?▾
Barangay Wawa I is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Rosario, Cavite, Philippines.
Is Barangay Wawa I urban or rural?▾
Barangay Wawa I 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 Rosario?▾
Rosario 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 Wawa I.
Has the population of Barangay Wawa I been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Wawa I went from 5,511 residents to 5,641 — a change of +2.4% 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 Wawa I in?▾
Barangay Wawa I is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Cavite, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Rosario.
How many barangays are in Rosario?▾
Rosario has 20 barangays, including Barangay Wawa I. You can browse the full list on our Rosario page.
How many residents does Barangay Wawa I have?▾
Barangay Wawa I had a population of 5,641 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Wawa I?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Rosario is 4106. 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 Wawa I, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Wawa I 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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