Barangay Maharlika Pob. is a barangay in Santa Cruz, Marinduque, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Santa Cruz. It had a population of 492 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Felix Quinto Dy(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Maharlika Pob. · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Maharlika Pob.
Barangay Maharlika Pob. forms part of Santa Cruz, a municipality in Marinduque, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Maharlika Pob. had a population of 492. This made it the 44th largest of 55 barangays in Santa Cruz by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Maharlika Pob. accounted for approximately 0.95% of the total population of Santa Cruz, which stood at 51,594 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Maharlika Pob. moved from 616 residents to 492, an intercensal change of -20.1%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Maharlika Pob. is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Santa Cruz is a municipality comprising 55 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Maharlika Pob., including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Marinduque, which contains 218 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Maharlika Pob. ranks 170th by 2024 POPCEN population. Marinduque is classified as a 4th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Santa Cruz 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 Maharlika Pob. from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
608
—
—
2020 CPH
616
+8
+1.3%
2024 POPCEN
492
-124
-20.1%
2015–2020: +1.3% total (+0.26%/yr).2020–2024: -20.1% total (-5.46%/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 Santa Cruz
44thof 55
Among the smaller barangays of Santa Cruz by population.
Share of Santa Cruz
0.95%
of the municipality's total 51,594 residents.
Rank in Marinduque
170thof 218
Province-wide percentile: 22.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Cruz (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Maharlika Pob.
Where is Barangay Maharlika Pob. located?▾
Barangay Maharlika Pob. is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Marinduque, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Maharlika Pob. hall?▾
Barangay Maharlika Pob. is located in Santa Cruz, Marinduque, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Maharlika Pob.?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Maharlika Pob. is Felix Quinto Dy (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Maharlika Pob.?▾
You can contact Barangay Maharlika Pob. via phone at 0427544251.
What municipality is Barangay Maharlika Pob. part of?▾
Barangay Maharlika Pob. is one of 55 barangays in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Marinduque, Philippines.
Is Barangay Maharlika Pob. urban or rural?▾
Barangay Maharlika Pob. 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 Santa Cruz?▾
Santa Cruz 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 Maharlika Pob..
Has the population of Barangay Maharlika Pob. been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Maharlika Pob. went from 616 residents to 492 — a change of -20.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Maharlika Pob. in?▾
Barangay Maharlika Pob. is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Marinduque, and is one of 55 barangays administered by Santa Cruz.
How many barangays are in Santa Cruz?▾
Santa Cruz has 55 barangays, including Barangay Maharlika Pob.. You can browse the full list on our Santa Cruz page.
How many residents does Barangay Maharlika Pob. have?▾
Barangay Maharlika Pob. had a population of 492 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Maharlika Pob.?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Cruz is 8001. 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 Maharlika Pob., confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Maharlika Pob. 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.
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