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Punong Barangay
Nerissa Sususco Bañezta(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Paratong · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-5.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Paratong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
637
—
—
2020 CPH
658
+21
+3.3%
2024 POPCEN
604
-54
-8.2%
2015–2020: +3.3% total (+0.65%/yr).2020–2024: -8.2% total (-2.12%/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
31stof 49
Among the lower half of Santa Cruz by population.
Share of Santa Cruz
1.5%
of the municipality's total 41,296 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
505thof 768
Province-wide percentile: 34.
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.
About Barangay Paratong
Barangay Paratong forms part of Santa Cruz, a municipality in Ilocos Sur, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Paratong had a population of 604. This made it the 31st largest of 49 barangays in Santa Cruz by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Paratong accounted for approximately 1.46% of the total population of Santa Cruz, which stood at 41,296 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Paratong moved from 658 residents to 604, an intercensal change of -8.2%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Paratong 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 of 49 barangays, of which Barangay Paratong is one. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Paratong ranks 505th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Paratong
Where is Barangay Paratong located?▾
Barangay Paratong is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Paratong hall?▾
Barangay Paratong is located in Santa Cruz, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Paratong?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Paratong is Nerissa Sususco Bañezta (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Paratong?▾
You can contact Barangay Paratong via phone at 09214831709.
What municipality is Barangay Paratong part of?▾
Barangay Paratong is one of 49 barangays in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Paratong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Paratong 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 Paratong.
Has the population of Barangay Paratong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Paratong went from 658 residents to 604 — a change of -8.2% 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 Paratong in?▾
Barangay Paratong 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 49 barangays administered by Santa Cruz.
How many barangays are in Santa Cruz?▾
Santa Cruz has 49 barangays, including Barangay Paratong. You can browse the full list on our Santa Cruz page.
How many residents does Barangay Paratong have?▾
Barangay Paratong had a population of 604 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Paratong?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Cruz is 2713. 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 Paratong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Paratong was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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