Located in Sibutu, Tawi-Tawi, Barangay Tongehat is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Sibutu. It had a population of 1,922 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Barangay Tongehat forms part of Sibutu, a municipality in Tawi-Tawi, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tongehat had a population of 1,922. This made it the 12th largest of 16 barangays in Sibutu by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tongehat accounted for approximately 5.05% of the total population of Sibutu, which stood at 38,070 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Tongehat is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sibutu is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tongehat, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Tawi-Tawi, which contains 203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tongehat ranks 90th by 2024 POPCEN population.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Tongehat 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 Sibutu 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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Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
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 Tongehat in Sibutu 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.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Tongehat
Where is Barangay Tongehat located?▾
Barangay Tongehat is a barangay in the municipality of Sibutu, Tawi-Tawi, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tongehat hall?▾
Barangay Tongehat is located in Sibutu, Tawi-Tawi, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tongehat?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tongehat is Isnaida Murih Tanjilul (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tongehat?▾
You can contact Barangay Tongehat via phone at 09301264999.
What municipality is Barangay Tongehat part of?▾
Barangay Tongehat is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Sibutu, Tawi-Tawi, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tongehat urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tongehat 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 region of the Philippines is Barangay Tongehat in?▾
Barangay Tongehat is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Tawi-Tawi, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Sibutu.
How many barangays are in Sibutu?▾
Sibutu has 16 barangays, including Barangay Tongehat. You can browse the full list on our Sibutu page.
How many residents does Barangay Tongehat have?▾
Barangay Tongehat had a population of 1,922 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tongehat 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.
Looking for general barangay-services questions — barangay clearance, cedula, BSKE 2026, or emergency hotlines? See our barangay services guides.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-26.
