Located in Sabtang, Batanes, Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) is one of 6 barangays in the municipality of Sabtang. It had a population of 568 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Sinakan (Pob.)
Situated in Sabtang, Batanes, Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) is one of 6 barangays that make up the municipality within Cagayan Valley.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) had a population of 568. This made it the 1st largest of 6 barangays in Sabtang by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) accounted for approximately 32.02% of the total population of Sabtang, which stood at 1,774 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 Sinakan (Pob.) changed from 563 to 568, a shift of +0.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Sabtang. Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sabtang is a municipality comprising 6 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sinakan (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Batanes, which contains 29 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) ranks 7th by 2024 POPCEN population. Batanes is classified as a 5th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) 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 Sabtang 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 Sinakan (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
509
—
—
2020 CPH
563
+54
+10.6%
2024 POPCEN
568
+5
+0.9%
2015–2020: +10.6% total (+2.04%/yr).2020–2024: +0.9% total (+0.22%/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 Sabtang
1stof 6
Among the top 10% of Sabtang by population.
Share of Sabtang
32.0%
of the municipality's total 1,774 residents.
Rank in Batanes
7thof 29
Province-wide percentile: 79.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Sabtang (municipality) class
6th
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 Sinakan (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Sabtang, Batanes, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) is located in Sabtang, Batanes, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sinakan (Pob.)?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sinakan (Pob.)?▾
You can contact Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) via phone at 09196753034.
What municipality is Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) is one of 6 barangays in the municipality of Sabtang, Batanes, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) 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 Sabtang?▾
Sabtang is classified as a 6th 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 Sinakan (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) went from 563 residents to 568 — a change of +0.9% 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 Sinakan (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Batanes, and is one of 6 barangays administered by Sabtang.
How many barangays are in Sabtang?▾
Sabtang has 6 barangays, including Barangay Sinakan (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Sabtang page.
How many residents does Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) had a population of 568 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sinakan (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sabtang is 3904. 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 Sinakan (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sinakan (Pob.) was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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