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Punong Barangay
Dali Aminola Salibo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ambalgan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Ambalgan
Barangay Ambalgan is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Santo Niño, located in the province of South Cotabato, in the SOCCSKSARGEN region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ambalgan had a population of 3,833. This made it the 3rd largest of 10 barangays in Santo Niño by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ambalgan accounted for approximately 9.34% of the total population of Santo Niño, which stood at 41,026 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 Ambalgan changed from 3,473 to 3,833, a shift of +10.4% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Santo Niño. Barangay Ambalgan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santo Niño is a municipality comprising 10 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ambalgan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of South Cotabato, which contains 225 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ambalgan ranks 120th by 2024 POPCEN population. South Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Ambalgan is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Santo Niño 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 Ambalgan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,930
—
—
2020 CPH
3,473
-457
-11.6%
2024 POPCEN
3,833
+360
+10.4%
2015–2020: -11.6% total (-2.44%/yr).2020–2024: +10.4% total (+2.50%/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 Santo Niño
3rdof 10
Among the top quartile of Santo Niño by population.
Share of Santo Niño
9.3%
of the municipality's total 41,026 residents.
Rank in South Cotabato
120thof 225
Province-wide percentile: 47.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Santo Niño (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 Ambalgan
Where is Barangay Ambalgan located?▾
Barangay Ambalgan is a barangay in the municipality of Santo Niño, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ambalgan hall?▾
Barangay Ambalgan is located in Santo Niño, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ambalgan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ambalgan is Dali Aminola Salibo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ambalgan?▾
You can contact Barangay Ambalgan via phone at 09555827092.
What municipality is Barangay Ambalgan part of?▾
Barangay Ambalgan is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of Santo Niño, South Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ambalgan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ambalgan 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 Santo Niño?▾
Santo Niño 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 Ambalgan.
Has the population of Barangay Ambalgan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ambalgan went from 3,473 residents to 3,833 — a change of +10.4% 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 Ambalgan in?▾
Barangay Ambalgan is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of South Cotabato, and is one of 10 barangays administered by Santo Niño.
How many barangays are in Santo Niño?▾
Santo Niño has 10 barangays, including Barangay Ambalgan. You can browse the full list on our Santo Niño page.
How many residents does Barangay Ambalgan have?▾
Barangay Ambalgan had a population of 3,833 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ambalgan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santo Niño is 9509. 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 Ambalgan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ambalgan 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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