Barangay Dinanum is a barangay in San Juan, La Union, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of San Juan. It had a population of 964 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.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for San Juan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Virgilio Palaroan Sobremonte(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Dinanum · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Dinanum
Barangay Dinanum is a small barangay in the municipality of San Juan, located in the province of La Union, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Dinanum had a population of 964. This made it the 16th largest of 41 barangays in San Juan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Dinanum accounted for approximately 2.33% of the total population of San Juan, which stood at 41,319 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
Read more about Barangay DinanumShow less
The barangay recorded 869 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 964 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +10.9%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Dinanum is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Juan is a municipality comprising 41 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Dinanum, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of La Union, which contains 576 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Dinanum ranks 370th by 2024 POPCEN population. La Union 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 Dinanum 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 Juan 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.
An AI-powered Civil Service Exam reviewer for Filipino candidates. Practice questions across all CSE topics, a full 170-item mock exam (professional + subprofessional), an AI Tutor that explains concepts step by step in English or Filipino, plus a Document Analyzer for your study notes and 65 Smart Flashcards.
Population history of Barangay Dinanum from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
798
—
—
2020 CPH
869
+71
+8.9%
2024 POPCEN
964
+95
+10.9%
2015–2020: +8.9% total (+1.72%/yr).2020–2024: +10.9% total (+2.63%/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 Juan
16thof 41
Among the upper half of San Juan by population.
Share of San Juan
2.3%
of the municipality's total 41,319 residents.
Rank in La Union
370thof 576
Province-wide percentile: 36.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
San Juan (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Dinanum in San Juan 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.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
Verified April 2026. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 first.
Notice a hotline change? Report it so we can update this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Dinanum
Where is Barangay Dinanum located?▾
Barangay Dinanum is a barangay in the municipality of San Juan, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Dinanum hall?▾
Barangay Dinanum is located in San Juan, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Dinanum?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Dinanum is Virgilio Palaroan Sobremonte (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Dinanum?▾
You can contact Barangay Dinanum via phone at 09985698969.
What municipality is Barangay Dinanum part of?▾
Barangay Dinanum is one of 41 barangays in the municipality of San Juan, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay Dinanum urban or rural?▾
Barangay Dinanum 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 Juan?▾
San Juan 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 Dinanum.
Has the population of Barangay Dinanum been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Dinanum went from 869 residents to 964 — a change of +10.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Dinanum in?▾
Barangay Dinanum is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of La Union, and is one of 41 barangays administered by San Juan.
How many barangays are in San Juan?▾
San Juan has 41 barangays, including Barangay Dinanum. You can browse the full list on our San Juan page.
How many residents does Barangay Dinanum have?▾
Barangay Dinanum had a population of 964 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Dinanum?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Juan is 2514. 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 Dinanum, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Dinanum 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.
Looking for general barangay-services questions — barangay clearance, cedula, BSKE 2026, or emergency hotlines? See our barangay services guides.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-25.
