Barangay Consuelo is a local government unit in Santa Marcela, Apayao, in the CAR region of the Philippines. It had a population of 974 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Perfecto Mangabat Domingo JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Consuelo · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Consuelo
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Consuelo is one of the administrative divisions of Santa Marcela in Apayao, CAR, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Consuelo had a population of 974. This made it the 9th largest of 13 barangays in Santa Marcela by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Consuelo accounted for approximately 6.93% of the total population of Santa Marcela, which stood at 14,049 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 Consuelo changed from 900 to 974, a shift of +8.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Santa Marcela. Barangay Consuelo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santa Marcela is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Consuelo, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Apayao, which contains 133 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Consuelo ranks 54th by 2024 POPCEN population. Apayao is classified as a 3rd 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 Marcela 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 Consuelo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,037
—
—
2020 CPH
900
-137
-13.2%
2024 POPCEN
974
+74
+8.2%
2015–2020: -13.2% total (-2.79%/yr).2020–2024: +8.2% total (+2.00%/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 Marcela
9thof 13
Among the lower half of Santa Marcela by population.
Share of Santa Marcela
6.9%
of the municipality's total 14,049 residents.
Rank in Apayao
54thof 133
Province-wide percentile: 60.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Marcela (municipality) class
4th
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 Consuelo in Santa Marcela 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Consuelo
Where is Barangay Consuelo located?▾
Barangay Consuelo is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Marcela, Apayao, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Consuelo hall?▾
Barangay Consuelo is located in Santa Marcela, Apayao, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Consuelo?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Consuelo is Perfecto Mangabat Domingo JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Consuelo?▾
You can contact Barangay Consuelo via phone at 09287104014.
What municipality is Barangay Consuelo part of?▾
Barangay Consuelo is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Santa Marcela, Apayao, Philippines.
Is Barangay Consuelo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Consuelo 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 Marcela?▾
Santa Marcela is classified as a 4th 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 Consuelo.
Has the population of Barangay Consuelo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Consuelo went from 900 residents to 974 — a change of +8.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Consuelo in?▾
Barangay Consuelo is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Apayao, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Santa Marcela.
How many barangays are in Santa Marcela?▾
Santa Marcela has 13 barangays, including Barangay Consuelo. You can browse the full list on our Santa Marcela page.
How many residents does Barangay Consuelo have?▾
Barangay Consuelo had a population of 974 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Consuelo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Marcela is 3811. 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 Consuelo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Consuelo 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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