Barangay Bitugan is a barangay in Sirawai, Zamboanga Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Sirawai. It had a population of 692 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Albi Uttoh Sahi(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bitugan · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Bitugan
Barangay Bitugan forms part of Sirawai, a municipality in Zamboanga Del Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bitugan had a population of 692. This made it the 18th largest of 34 barangays in Sirawai by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bitugan accounted for approximately 1.74% of the total population of Sirawai, which stood at 39,836 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 Bitugan changed from 568 to 692, a shift of +21.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Sirawai. Barangay Bitugan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sirawai is a municipality comprising 34 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bitugan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bitugan ranks 544th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte is classified as a 1st 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 Sirawai 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 Bitugan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
529
—
—
2020 CPH
568
+39
+7.4%
2024 POPCEN
692
+124
+21.8%
2015–2020: +7.4% total (+1.43%/yr).2020–2024: +21.8% total (+5.06%/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 Sirawai
18thof 34
Among the upper half of Sirawai by population.
Share of Sirawai
1.7%
of the municipality's total 39,836 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
544thof 691
Province-wide percentile: 21.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Sirawai (municipality) class
4th
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 Bitugan
Where is Barangay Bitugan located?▾
Barangay Bitugan is a barangay in the municipality of Sirawai, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bitugan hall?▾
Barangay Bitugan is located in Sirawai, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bitugan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bitugan is Albi Uttoh Sahi (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bitugan?▾
You can contact Barangay Bitugan via phone at 0955990312.
What municipality is Barangay Bitugan part of?▾
Barangay Bitugan is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Sirawai, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bitugan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bitugan 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 Sirawai?▾
Sirawai is classified as a 4th 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 Bitugan.
Has the population of Barangay Bitugan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bitugan went from 568 residents to 692 — a change of +21.8% 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 Bitugan in?▾
Barangay Bitugan is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 34 barangays administered by Sirawai.
How many barangays are in Sirawai?▾
Sirawai has 34 barangays, including Barangay Bitugan. You can browse the full list on our Sirawai page.
How many residents does Barangay Bitugan have?▾
Barangay Bitugan had a population of 692 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bitugan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sirawai is 7121. 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 Bitugan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bitugan was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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