Located in San Nicolas, Pangasinan, Barangay San Rafael Centro is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of San Nicolas. It had a population of 954 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Filipino Tuazon Bibat(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Rafael Centro · Data updated 2026-06-23
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+13.3% since 2015
Population history of Barangay San Rafael Centro from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
842
—
—
2020 CPH
900
+58
+6.9%
2024 POPCEN
954
+54
+6.0%
2015–2020: +6.9% total (+1.34%/yr).2020–2024: +6.0% total (+1.47%/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 Nicolas
20thof 33
Among the lower half of San Nicolas by population.
Share of San Nicolas
2.4%
of the municipality's total 40,144 residents.
Rank in Pangasinan
1182ndof 1,364
Province-wide percentile: 13.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
San Nicolas (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.
About Barangay San Rafael Centro
Barangay San Rafael Centro forms part of San Nicolas, a municipality in Pangasinan, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Rafael Centro had a population of 954. This made it the 20th largest of 33 barangays in San Nicolas by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay San Rafael Centro accounted for approximately 2.38% of the total population of San Nicolas, which stood at 40,144 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay San Rafael Centro moved from 900 residents to 954, an intercensal change of +6.0%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay San Rafael Centro is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Nicolas is a municipality of 33 barangays, of which Barangay San Rafael Centro is one. Within the wider province of Pangasinan, which contains 1,364 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay San Rafael Centro ranks 1182nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Pangasinan is classified as a 1st 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 Nicolas 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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What you can request at Barangay San Rafael Centro
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay San Rafael Centro in San Nicolas 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay San Rafael Centro
Where is Barangay San Rafael Centro located?▾
Barangay San Rafael Centro is a barangay in the municipality of San Nicolas, Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Rafael Centro hall?▾
Barangay San Rafael Centro is located in San Nicolas, Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay San Rafael Centro?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay San Rafael Centro is Filipino Tuazon Bibat (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay San Rafael Centro?▾
You can contact Barangay San Rafael Centro via phone at 09993910613.
What municipality is Barangay San Rafael Centro part of?▾
Barangay San Rafael Centro is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of San Nicolas, Pangasinan, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Rafael Centro urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Rafael Centro 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 Nicolas?▾
San Nicolas 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 San Rafael Centro.
Has the population of Barangay San Rafael Centro been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Rafael Centro went from 900 residents to 954 — a change of +6.0% 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 San Rafael Centro in?▾
Barangay San Rafael Centro is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Pangasinan, and is one of 33 barangays administered by San Nicolas.
How many barangays are in San Nicolas?▾
San Nicolas has 33 barangays, including Barangay San Rafael Centro. You can browse the full list on our San Nicolas page.
How many residents does Barangay San Rafael Centro have?▾
Barangay San Rafael Centro had a population of 954 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Rafael Centro?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Nicolas is 2447. 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 San Rafael Centro, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Rafael Centro was last updated on 2026-06-23. 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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Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay San Rafael Centro
Information on Barangay San Rafael Centro, San Nicolas is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-06-23.
