Located in Sapad, Lanao Del Norte, Barangay Karkum is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Sapad. It had a population of 1,295 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Noronisa Angni Daracb(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Karkum · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Karkum
Situated in Sapad, Lanao Del Norte, Barangay Karkum is one of 17 barangays that make up the municipality within Northern Mindanao.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Karkum had a population of 1,295. This made it the 8th largest of 17 barangays in Sapad by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Karkum accounted for approximately 5.22% of the total population of Sapad, which stood at 24,826 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,211 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,295 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +6.9%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Karkum is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sapad is a municipality comprising 17 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Karkum, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Lanao Del Norte, which contains 506 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Karkum ranks 252nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Lanao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Karkum 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 Sapad 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 Karkum from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,093
—
—
2020 CPH
1,211
+118
+10.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,295
+84
+6.9%
2015–2020: +10.8% total (+2.07%/yr).2020–2024: +6.9% total (+1.69%/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 Sapad
8thof 17
Among the upper half of Sapad by population.
Share of Sapad
5.2%
of the municipality's total 24,826 residents.
Rank in Lanao Del Norte
252ndof 506
Province-wide percentile: 50.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Sapad (municipality) class
5th
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 Karkum
Where is Barangay Karkum located?▾
Barangay Karkum is a barangay in the municipality of Sapad, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Karkum hall?▾
Barangay Karkum is located in Sapad, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Karkum?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Karkum is Noronisa Angni Daracb (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Karkum?▾
You can contact Barangay Karkum via phone at 09977446365.
What municipality is Barangay Karkum part of?▾
Barangay Karkum is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Sapad, Lanao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Karkum urban or rural?▾
Barangay Karkum 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 Sapad?▾
Sapad is classified as a 5th 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 Karkum.
Has the population of Barangay Karkum been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Karkum went from 1,211 residents to 1,295 — a change of +6.9% 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 Karkum in?▾
Barangay Karkum is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Lanao Del Norte, and is one of 17 barangays administered by Sapad.
How many barangays are in Sapad?▾
Sapad has 17 barangays, including Barangay Karkum. You can browse the full list on our Sapad page.
How many residents does Barangay Karkum have?▾
Barangay Karkum had a population of 1,295 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Karkum?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sapad is 9213. 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 Karkum, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Karkum was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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