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Punong Barangay
Edwin Labaco Tapar(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Patag Iraya · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Patag Iraya
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Patag Iraya is one of the administrative divisions of Santa Elena in Camarines Norte, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Patag Iraya had a population of 506. This made it the 17th largest of 19 barangays in Santa Elena by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Patag Iraya accounted for approximately 1.19% of the total population of Santa Elena, which stood at 42,585 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Patag Iraya changed from 554 to 506, a shift of -8.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Santa Elena. Barangay Patag Iraya is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santa Elena is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Patag Iraya, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Camarines Norte, which contains 282 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Patag Iraya ranks 268th by 2024 POPCEN population. Camarines Norte is classified as a 2nd 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 Elena 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 Patag Iraya from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
502
—
—
2020 CPH
554
+52
+10.4%
2024 POPCEN
506
-48
-8.7%
2015–2020: +10.4% total (+1.99%/yr).2020–2024: -8.7% total (-2.24%/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 Elena
17thof 19
Among the smaller barangays of Santa Elena by population.
Share of Santa Elena
1.2%
of the municipality's total 42,585 residents.
Rank in Camarines Norte
268thof 282
Province-wide percentile: 5.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Elena (municipality) class
3rd
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 Patag Iraya
Where is Barangay Patag Iraya located?▾
Barangay Patag Iraya is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Elena, Camarines Norte, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Patag Iraya hall?▾
Barangay Patag Iraya is located in Santa Elena, Camarines Norte, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Patag Iraya?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Patag Iraya is Edwin Labaco Tapar (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Patag Iraya?▾
You can contact Barangay Patag Iraya via phone at 09489834599.
What municipality is Barangay Patag Iraya part of?▾
Barangay Patag Iraya is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Santa Elena, Camarines Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Patag Iraya urban or rural?▾
Barangay Patag Iraya 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 Elena?▾
Santa Elena is classified as a 3rd 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 Patag Iraya.
Has the population of Barangay Patag Iraya been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Patag Iraya went from 554 residents to 506 — a change of -8.7% 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 Patag Iraya in?▾
Barangay Patag Iraya is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Camarines Norte, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Santa Elena.
How many barangays are in Santa Elena?▾
Santa Elena has 19 barangays, including Barangay Patag Iraya. You can browse the full list on our Santa Elena page.
How many residents does Barangay Patag Iraya have?▾
Barangay Patag Iraya had a population of 506 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Patag Iraya?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Elena is 4611. 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 Patag Iraya, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Patag Iraya 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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