Barangay Del Castillo is a barangay in Sara, Iloilo, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Sara. It had a population of 2,210 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Henry Soberano Balome SR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Del Castillo · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+3.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Del Castillo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,130
—
—
2020 CPH
2,198
+68
+3.2%
2024 POPCEN
2,210
+12
+0.5%
2015–2020: +3.2% total (+0.63%/yr).2020–2024: +0.5% total (+0.14%/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 Sara
5thof 42
Among the top 10% of Sara by population.
Share of Sara
4.0%
of the municipality's total 55,476 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
290thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 85.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Sara (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.
About Barangay Del Castillo
Barangay Del Castillo forms part of Sara, a municipality in Iloilo, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Del Castillo had a population of 2,210. This made it the 5th largest of 42 barangays in Sara by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Del Castillo accounted for approximately 3.98% of the total population of Sara, which stood at 55,476 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,198 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,210 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.5%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Del Castillo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sara is a municipality of 42 barangays, of which Barangay Del Castillo is one. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Del Castillo ranks 290th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Sara 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 Del Castillo
Where is Barangay Del Castillo located?▾
Barangay Del Castillo is a barangay in the municipality of Sara, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Del Castillo hall?▾
Barangay Del Castillo is located in Sara, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Del Castillo?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Del Castillo is Henry Soberano Balome SR. (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Del Castillo?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Del Castillo is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Sara LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Del Castillo part of?▾
Barangay Del Castillo is one of 42 barangays in the municipality of Sara, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Del Castillo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Del Castillo 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 Sara?▾
Sara 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 Del Castillo.
Has the population of Barangay Del Castillo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Del Castillo went from 2,198 residents to 2,210 — a change of +0.5% 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 Del Castillo in?▾
Barangay Del Castillo is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 42 barangays administered by Sara.
How many barangays are in Sara?▾
Sara has 42 barangays, including Barangay Del Castillo. You can browse the full list on our Sara page.
How many residents does Barangay Del Castillo have?▾
Barangay Del Castillo had a population of 2,210 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Del Castillo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sara is 5014. 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 Del Castillo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Del Castillo was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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