Barangay Bateria is a local government unit in San Esteban, Ilocos Sur, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 493 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
Roger Rocero Soriano(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bateria · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Bateria
Barangay Bateria is a very small barangay in the municipality of San Esteban, located in the province of Ilocos Sur, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bateria had a population of 493. This made it the 9th largest of 10 barangays in San Esteban by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bateria accounted for approximately 5.72% of the total population of San Esteban, which stood at 8,621 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 506 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 493 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -2.6%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Bateria is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Esteban is a municipality comprising 10 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bateria, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bateria ranks 588th by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Bateria is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Esteban 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 Bateria from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
512
—
—
2020 CPH
506
-6
-1.2%
2024 POPCEN
493
-13
-2.6%
2015–2020: -1.2% total (-0.24%/yr).2020–2024: -2.6% total (-0.65%/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 Esteban
9thof 10
Among the smaller barangays of San Esteban by population.
Share of San Esteban
5.7%
of the municipality's total 8,621 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
588thof 768
Province-wide percentile: 24.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
San Esteban (municipality) class
5th
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 Bateria in San Esteban during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bateria
Where is Barangay Bateria located?▾
Barangay Bateria is a barangay in the municipality of San Esteban, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bateria hall?▾
Barangay Bateria is located in San Esteban, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bateria?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bateria is Roger Rocero Soriano (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bateria?▾
You can contact Barangay Bateria via phone at 09172779823.
What municipality is Barangay Bateria part of?▾
Barangay Bateria is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of San Esteban, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bateria urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bateria 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 Esteban?▾
San Esteban is classified as a 5th 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 Bateria.
Has the population of Barangay Bateria been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bateria went from 506 residents to 493 — a change of -2.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bateria in?▾
Barangay Bateria is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Sur, and is one of 10 barangays administered by San Esteban.
How many barangays are in San Esteban?▾
San Esteban has 10 barangays, including Barangay Bateria. You can browse the full list on our San Esteban page.
How many residents does Barangay Bateria have?▾
Barangay Bateria had a population of 493 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bateria?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Esteban is 2706. 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 Bateria, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bateria was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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