Located in Rosario, Northern Samar, Barangay Kailingan is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Rosario. It had a population of 455 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Raymundo Orio Ballicud(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kailingan · Data updated 2026-07-03
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+76.4% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Kailingan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
258
—
—
2020 CPH
338
+80
+31.0%
2024 POPCEN
455
+117
+34.6%
2015–2020: +31.0% total (+5.55%/yr).2020–2024: +34.6% total (+7.71%/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
10thof 11
Among the smaller barangays of Rosario by population.
Share of Rosario
3.9%
of the municipality's total 11,726 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
441stof 569
Province-wide percentile: 23.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Rosario (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 Kailingan
Barangay Kailingan is a very small barangay in the municipality of Rosario, located in the province of Northern Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kailingan had a population of 455. This made it the 10th largest of 11 barangays in Rosario by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kailingan accounted for approximately 3.88% of the total population of Rosario, which stood at 11,726 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Kailingan moved from 338 residents to 455, an intercensal change of +34.6%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Kailingan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Rosario is a municipality of 11 barangays, of which Barangay Kailingan is one. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kailingan ranks 441st by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern 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 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Kailingan
Where is Barangay Kailingan located?▾
Barangay Kailingan is a barangay in the municipality of Rosario, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kailingan hall?▾
Barangay Kailingan is located in Rosario, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kailingan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Kailingan is Raymundo Orio Ballicud (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Kailingan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Kailingan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Rosario LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Kailingan part of?▾
Barangay Kailingan is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Rosario, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kailingan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kailingan 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 Rosario?▾
Rosario 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 Kailingan.
Has the population of Barangay Kailingan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Kailingan went from 338 residents to 455 — a change of +34.6% 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 Kailingan in?▾
Barangay Kailingan is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Rosario.
How many barangays are in Rosario?▾
Rosario has 11 barangays, including Barangay Kailingan. You can browse the full list on our Rosario page.
How many residents does Barangay Kailingan have?▾
Barangay Kailingan had a population of 455 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kailingan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Rosario is 6416. 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 Kailingan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kailingan was last updated on 2026-07-03. 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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