Barangay Esperanza I is a local government unit in Sibalom, Antique, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 443 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Sharon Salve Friaz Hernandez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Esperanza I · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Esperanza I
Barangay Esperanza I forms part of Sibalom, a municipality in Antique, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Esperanza I had a population of 443. This made it the 63rd largest of 76 barangays in Sibalom by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Esperanza I accounted for approximately 0.66% of the total population of Sibalom, which stood at 67,155 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 Esperanza I changed from 389 to 443, a shift of +13.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Sibalom. Barangay Esperanza I is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sibalom is a municipality comprising 76 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Esperanza I, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Antique, which contains 590 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Esperanza I ranks 479th by 2024 POPCEN population. Antique is classified as a 2nd 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 Sibalom 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 Esperanza I from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
425
—
—
2020 CPH
389
-36
-8.5%
2024 POPCEN
443
+54
+13.9%
2015–2020: -8.5% total (-1.75%/yr).2020–2024: +13.9% total (+3.30%/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 Sibalom
63rdof 76
Among the smaller barangays of Sibalom by population.
Share of Sibalom
0.66%
of the municipality's total 67,155 residents.
Rank in Antique
479thof 590
Province-wide percentile: 19.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Sibalom (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Esperanza I in Sibalom during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Esperanza I
Where is Barangay Esperanza I located?▾
Barangay Esperanza I is a barangay in the municipality of Sibalom, Antique, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Esperanza I hall?▾
Barangay Esperanza I is located in Sibalom, Antique, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Esperanza I?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Esperanza I is Sharon Salve Friaz Hernandez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Esperanza I?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Esperanza I is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Sibalom LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Esperanza I part of?▾
Barangay Esperanza I is one of 76 barangays in the municipality of Sibalom, Antique, Philippines.
Is Barangay Esperanza I urban or rural?▾
Barangay Esperanza I 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 Sibalom?▾
Sibalom 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 Esperanza I.
Has the population of Barangay Esperanza I been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Esperanza I went from 389 residents to 443 — a change of +13.9% 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 Esperanza I in?▾
Barangay Esperanza I is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Antique, and is one of 76 barangays administered by Sibalom.
How many barangays are in Sibalom?▾
Sibalom has 76 barangays, including Barangay Esperanza I. You can browse the full list on our Sibalom page.
How many residents does Barangay Esperanza I have?▾
Barangay Esperanza I had a population of 443 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Esperanza I?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sibalom is 5713. 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 Esperanza I, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Esperanza I 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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