Barangay Papaya is a barangay in San Antonio, Nueva Ecija, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of San Antonio. It had a population of 8,089 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.
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Punong Barangay
Rogelio Talampas Dionisio(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Papaya · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Papaya
Barangay Papaya forms part of San Antonio, a municipality in Nueva Ecija, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Papaya had a population of 8,089. This made it the 4th largest of 16 barangays in San Antonio by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Papaya accounted for approximately 9.52% of the total population of San Antonio, which stood at 84,958 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 8,063 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 8,089 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.3%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Papaya is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
San Antonio is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Papaya, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Nueva Ecija, which contains 849 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Papaya ranks 30th by 2024 POPCEN population. Nueva Ecija is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Papaya 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 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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Population history of Barangay Papaya from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
7,862
—
—
2020 CPH
8,063
+201
+2.6%
2024 POPCEN
8,089
+26
+0.3%
2015–2020: +2.6% total (+0.51%/yr).2020–2024: +0.3% total (+0.08%/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
4thof 16
Among the top quartile of San Antonio by population.
Share of San Antonio
9.5%
of the municipality's total 84,958 residents.
Rank in Nueva Ecija
30thof 849
Province-wide percentile: 97.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
San Antonio (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Papaya in San Antonio during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Papaya
Where is Barangay Papaya located?▾
Barangay Papaya is a barangay in the municipality of San Antonio, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Papaya hall?▾
Barangay Papaya is located in San Antonio, Nueva Ecija, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Papaya?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Papaya is Rogelio Talampas Dionisio (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Papaya?▾
You can contact Barangay Papaya via phone at 09152755771.
What municipality is Barangay Papaya part of?▾
Barangay Papaya is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of San Antonio, Nueva Ecija, Philippines.
Is Barangay Papaya urban or rural?▾
Barangay Papaya is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of San Antonio?▾
San Antonio 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 Papaya.
Has the population of Barangay Papaya been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Papaya went from 8,063 residents to 8,089 — a change of +0.3% 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 Papaya in?▾
Barangay Papaya is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Nueva Ecija, and is one of 16 barangays administered by San Antonio.
How many barangays are in San Antonio?▾
San Antonio has 16 barangays, including Barangay Papaya. You can browse the full list on our San Antonio page.
How many residents does Barangay Papaya have?▾
Barangay Papaya had a population of 8,089 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Papaya?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Antonio is 3108. 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 Papaya, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Papaya was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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