Located in Roxas, Palawan, Barangay Nicanor Zabala is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Roxas. It had a population of 2,416 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
John Alonzo De Asis(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Nicanor Zabala · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+18.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Nicanor Zabala from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,035
—
—
2020 CPH
2,432
+397
+19.5%
2024 POPCEN
2,416
-16
-0.7%
2015–2020: +19.5% total (+3.63%/yr).2020–2024: -0.7% total (-0.16%/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 Roxas
11thof 31
Among the upper half of Roxas by population.
Share of Roxas
3.5%
of the municipality's total 69,729 residents.
Rank in Palawan
178thof 433
Province-wide percentile: 59.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Roxas (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.
About Barangay Nicanor Zabala
Barangay Nicanor Zabala forms part of Roxas, a municipality in Palawan, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Nicanor Zabala had a population of 2,416. This made it the 11th largest of 31 barangays in Roxas by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Nicanor Zabala accounted for approximately 3.46% of the total population of Roxas, which stood at 69,729 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,432 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,416 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.7%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Nicanor Zabala is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Roxas is a municipality of 31 barangays, of which Barangay Nicanor Zabala is one. Within the wider province of Palawan, which contains 433 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Nicanor Zabala ranks 178th by 2024 POPCEN population. Palawan is classified as a 1st 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 Roxas 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 Nicanor Zabala
Where is Barangay Nicanor Zabala located?▾
Barangay Nicanor Zabala is a barangay in the municipality of Roxas, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Nicanor Zabala hall?▾
Barangay Nicanor Zabala is located in Roxas, Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Nicanor Zabala?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Nicanor Zabala is John Alonzo De Asis (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Nicanor Zabala?▾
You can contact Barangay Nicanor Zabala via phone at 09708098458.
What municipality is Barangay Nicanor Zabala part of?▾
Barangay Nicanor Zabala is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Roxas, Palawan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Nicanor Zabala urban or rural?▾
Barangay Nicanor Zabala 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 Roxas?▾
Roxas 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 Nicanor Zabala.
Has the population of Barangay Nicanor Zabala been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Nicanor Zabala went from 2,432 residents to 2,416 — a change of -0.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Nicanor Zabala in?▾
Barangay Nicanor Zabala is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Palawan, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Roxas.
How many barangays are in Roxas?▾
Roxas has 31 barangays, including Barangay Nicanor Zabala. You can browse the full list on our Roxas page.
How many residents does Barangay Nicanor Zabala have?▾
Barangay Nicanor Zabala had a population of 2,416 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Nicanor Zabala?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Roxas is 5308. 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 Nicanor Zabala, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Nicanor Zabala was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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