Located in San Antonio, Zambales, Barangay West Dirita is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of San Antonio. It had a population of 4,023 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Eric Falucho Callo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay West Dirita · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+27.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay West Dirita from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,147
—
—
2020 CPH
3,845
+698
+22.2%
2024 POPCEN
4,023
+178
+4.6%
2015–2020: +22.2% total (+4.09%/yr).2020–2024: +4.6% total (+1.14%/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 San Antonio
3rdof 14
Among the top quartile of San Antonio by population.
Share of San Antonio
10.4%
of the municipality's total 38,617 residents.
Rank in Zambales
56thof 247
Province-wide percentile: 78.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
San Antonio (municipality) class
2nd
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 West Dirita
Barangay West Dirita forms part of San Antonio, a municipality in Zambales, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay West Dirita had a population of 4,023. This made it the 3rd largest of 14 barangays in San Antonio by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay West Dirita accounted for approximately 10.42% of the total population of San Antonio, which stood at 38,617 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 West Dirita changed from 3,845 to 4,023, a shift of +4.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in San Antonio. Barangay West Dirita is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Antonio is a municipality of 14 barangays, of which Barangay West Dirita is one. Within the wider province of Zambales, which contains 247 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay West Dirita ranks 56th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zambales 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 San Antonio 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 West Dirita
Where is Barangay West Dirita located?▾
Barangay West Dirita is a barangay in the municipality of San Antonio, Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay West Dirita hall?▾
Barangay West Dirita is located in San Antonio, Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay West Dirita?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay West Dirita is Eric Falucho Callo (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay West Dirita?▾
You can contact Barangay West Dirita via phone at 09476694867.
What municipality is Barangay West Dirita part of?▾
Barangay West Dirita is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of San Antonio, Zambales, Philippines.
Is Barangay West Dirita urban or rural?▾
Barangay West Dirita 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 San Antonio?▾
San Antonio is classified as a 2nd 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 West Dirita.
Has the population of Barangay West Dirita been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay West Dirita went from 3,845 residents to 4,023 — a change of +4.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay West Dirita in?▾
Barangay West Dirita is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Zambales, and is one of 14 barangays administered by San Antonio.
How many barangays are in San Antonio?▾
San Antonio has 14 barangays, including Barangay West Dirita. You can browse the full list on our San Antonio page.
How many residents does Barangay West Dirita have?▾
Barangay West Dirita had a population of 4,023 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay West Dirita?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Antonio is 2206. 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 West Dirita, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay West Dirita was last updated on 2026-07-02. 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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