Barangay Maniwaya is a local government unit in Santa Cruz, Marinduque, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,532 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 Santa Cruz. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Ana Liza Constantino Romasanta(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Maniwaya · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Maniwaya
Barangay Maniwaya is a small barangay in the municipality of Santa Cruz, located in the province of Marinduque, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Maniwaya had a population of 1,532. This made it the 9th largest of 55 barangays in Santa Cruz by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Maniwaya accounted for approximately 2.97% of the total population of Santa Cruz, which stood at 51,594 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
Read more about Barangay ManiwayaShow less
Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Maniwaya moved from 1,573 residents to 1,532, an intercensal change of -2.6%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Maniwaya is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santa Cruz is a municipality comprising 55 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Maniwaya, 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 Maniwaya ranks 45th 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.
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 Maniwaya from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,482
—
—
2020 CPH
1,573
+91
+6.1%
2024 POPCEN
1,532
-41
-2.6%
2015–2020: +6.1% total (+1.20%/yr).2020–2024: -2.6% total (-0.66%/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
9thof 55
Among the top quartile of Santa Cruz by population.
Share of Santa Cruz
3.0%
of the municipality's total 51,594 residents.
Rank in Marinduque
45thof 218
Province-wide percentile: 80.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Maniwaya in Santa Cruz 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.
24/7 helpline for children in crisis, abuse, and trafficking cases.
Notice a hotline change? Report it so we can update this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Maniwaya
Where is Barangay Maniwaya located?▾
Barangay Maniwaya is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Marinduque, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Maniwaya hall?▾
Barangay Maniwaya 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 Maniwaya?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Maniwaya is Ana Liza Constantino Romasanta (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Maniwaya?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Maniwaya is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Santa Cruz LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Maniwaya part of?▾
Barangay Maniwaya is one of 55 barangays in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Marinduque, Philippines.
Is Barangay Maniwaya urban or rural?▾
Barangay Maniwaya 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 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 Maniwaya.
Has the population of Barangay Maniwaya been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Maniwaya went from 1,573 residents to 1,532 — 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 Maniwaya in?▾
Barangay Maniwaya 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 Maniwaya. You can browse the full list on our Santa Cruz page.
How many residents does Barangay Maniwaya have?▾
Barangay Maniwaya had a population of 1,532 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Maniwaya?▾
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 Maniwaya, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Maniwaya 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.
