Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) forms part of the municipality of Saint Bernard in Southern Leyte, Philippines. It had a population of 1,653 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rito Ouano Alberca(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Himatagon (Pob.)
Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) is a small barangay in the municipality of Saint Bernard, located in the province of Southern Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) had a population of 1,653. This made it the 6th largest of 30 barangays in Saint Bernard by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) accounted for approximately 5.88% of the total population of Saint Bernard, which stood at 28,131 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) moved from 1,748 residents to 1,653, an intercensal change of -5.4%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Saint Bernard is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Himatagon (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Southern Leyte, which contains 500 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) ranks 45th by 2024 POPCEN population. Southern Leyte is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Himatagon (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 Saint Bernard 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 Himatagon (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,773
—
—
2020 CPH
1,748
-25
-1.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,653
-95
-5.4%
2015–2020: -1.4% total (-0.28%/yr).2020–2024: -5.4% total (-1.39%/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 Saint Bernard
6thof 30
Among the top quartile of Saint Bernard by population.
Share of Saint Bernard
5.9%
of the municipality's total 28,131 residents.
Rank in Southern Leyte
45thof 500
Province-wide percentile: 91.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Saint Bernard (municipality) class
4th
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 Himatagon (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Saint Bernard, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) is located in Saint Bernard, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Himatagon (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) is Rito Ouano Alberca (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Himatagon (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Saint Bernard LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Saint Bernard, Southern Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Himatagon (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 Saint Bernard?▾
Saint Bernard is classified as a 4th 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 Himatagon (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) went from 1,748 residents to 1,653 — a change of -5.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Southern Leyte, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Saint Bernard.
How many barangays are in Saint Bernard?▾
Saint Bernard has 30 barangays, including Barangay Himatagon (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Saint Bernard page.
How many residents does Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Himatagon (Pob.) had a population of 1,653 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Himatagon (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Saint Bernard is 6616. 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 Himatagon (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Himatagon (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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