Barangay Paoc Norte is a local government unit in Santa Lucia, Ilocos Sur, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 760 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Bernardo Mangay-ayam Espejo JR(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Paoc Norte · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-6.4% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Paoc Norte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
812
—
—
2020 CPH
796
-16
-2.0%
2024 POPCEN
760
-36
-4.5%
2015–2020: -2.0% total (-0.40%/yr).2020–2024: -4.5% total (-1.15%/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 Lucia
19thof 36
Among the upper half of Santa Lucia by population.
Share of Santa Lucia
2.9%
of the municipality's total 26,200 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
388thof 768
Province-wide percentile: 50.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Lucia (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.
About Barangay Paoc Norte
Barangay Paoc Norte forms part of Santa Lucia, 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 Paoc Norte had a population of 760. This made it the 19th largest of 36 barangays in Santa Lucia by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Paoc Norte accounted for approximately 2.90% of the total population of Santa Lucia, which stood at 26,200 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Paoc Norte moved from 796 residents to 760, an intercensal change of -4.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Paoc Norte is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santa Lucia is a municipality of 36 barangays, of which Barangay Paoc Norte is one. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Paoc Norte ranks 388th 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 Lucia 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 Paoc Norte
Where is Barangay Paoc Norte located?▾
Barangay Paoc Norte is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Lucia, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Paoc Norte hall?▾
Barangay Paoc Norte is located in Santa Lucia, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Paoc Norte?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Paoc Norte is Bernardo Mangay-ayam Espejo JR (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Paoc Norte?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Paoc Norte is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Santa Lucia LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Paoc Norte part of?▾
Barangay Paoc Norte is one of 36 barangays in the municipality of Santa Lucia, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Paoc Norte urban or rural?▾
Barangay Paoc Norte 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 Lucia?▾
Santa Lucia 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 Paoc Norte.
Has the population of Barangay Paoc Norte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Paoc Norte went from 796 residents to 760 — a change of -4.5% 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 Paoc Norte in?▾
Barangay Paoc Norte 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 36 barangays administered by Santa Lucia.
How many barangays are in Santa Lucia?▾
Santa Lucia has 36 barangays, including Barangay Paoc Norte. You can browse the full list on our Santa Lucia page.
How many residents does Barangay Paoc Norte have?▾
Barangay Paoc Norte had a population of 760 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Paoc Norte?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Lucia is 2712. 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 Paoc Norte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Paoc Norte was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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