Situated in the municipality of Rosario, Northern Samar, Barangay Poblacion is one of the administrative divisions of Eastern Visayas. It had a population of 1,041 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Rosario. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Mary Grace Castillo Alcera(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Poblacion
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Poblacion is one of the administrative divisions of Rosario in Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion had a population of 1,041. This made it the 5th largest of 11 barangays in Rosario by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion accounted for approximately 8.88% 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 Poblacion moved from 935 residents to 1,041, an intercensal change of +11.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Poblacion 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 comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poblacion, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poblacion ranks 217th 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.
Barangay Poblacion 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 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 Poblacion from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
997
—
—
2020 CPH
935
-62
-6.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,041
+106
+11.3%
2015–2020: -6.2% total (-1.28%/yr).2020–2024: +11.3% total (+2.72%/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
5thof 11
Among the upper half of Rosario by population.
Share of Rosario
8.9%
of the municipality's total 11,726 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
217thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 62.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Poblacion
Where is Barangay Poblacion located?▾
Barangay Poblacion is a barangay in the municipality of Rosario, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion 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 Poblacion?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion is Mary Grace Castillo Alcera (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Poblacion 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 Poblacion part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Rosario, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion 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 Poblacion.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion went from 935 residents to 1,041 — a change of +11.3% 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 Poblacion in?▾
Barangay Poblacion 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 Poblacion. You can browse the full list on our Rosario page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion have?▾
Barangay Poblacion had a population of 1,041 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion?▾
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 Poblacion, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion 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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