Barangay Poblacion East is a local government unit in Santa Ignacia, Tarlac, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines. It had a population of 3,859 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.
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Punong Barangay
Alexander Marcos Manzano(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion East · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Poblacion East
Barangay Poblacion East is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Santa Ignacia, located in the province of Tarlac, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion East had a population of 3,859. This made it the 2nd largest of 24 barangays in Santa Ignacia by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion East accounted for approximately 7.20% of the total population of Santa Ignacia, which stood at 53,620 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,846 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,859 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.3%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Poblacion East is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Santa Ignacia is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poblacion East, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Tarlac, which contains 511 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poblacion East ranks 108th by 2024 POPCEN population. Tarlac is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Poblacion East is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided under Republic Act No. 12232.
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 Ignacia 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 Poblacion East from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,556
—
—
2020 CPH
3,846
+290
+8.2%
2024 POPCEN
3,859
+13
+0.3%
2015–2020: +8.2% total (+1.58%/yr).2020–2024: +0.3% total (+0.08%/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 Ignacia
2ndof 24
Among the top 10% of Santa Ignacia by population.
Share of Santa Ignacia
7.2%
of the municipality's total 53,620 residents.
Rank in Tarlac
108thof 511
Province-wide percentile: 79.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Ignacia (municipality) class
2nd
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 Poblacion East
Where is Barangay Poblacion East located?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Ignacia, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion East hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is located in Santa Ignacia, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion East?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion East is Alexander Marcos Manzano (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion East?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Poblacion East is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Santa Ignacia LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Poblacion East part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Santa Ignacia, Tarlac, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion East urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion East 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 Ignacia?▾
Santa Ignacia is classified as a 2nd 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 Poblacion East.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion East been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion East went from 3,846 residents to 3,859 — a change of +0.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Poblacion East in?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Tarlac, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Santa Ignacia.
How many barangays are in Santa Ignacia?▾
Santa Ignacia has 24 barangays, including Barangay Poblacion East. You can browse the full list on our Santa Ignacia page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion East have?▾
Barangay Poblacion East had a population of 3,859 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion East?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Ignacia is 2303. 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 Poblacion East, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion East was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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Information on Barangay Poblacion East, Santa Ignacia is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
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