Situated in the municipality of Sirawai, Zamboanga Del Norte, Barangay Motong is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 543 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Andy Janihim Asmad(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Motong · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+29.0% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Motong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
421
—
—
2020 CPH
463
+42
+10.0%
2024 POPCEN
543
+80
+17.3%
2015–2020: +10.0% total (+1.92%/yr).2020–2024: +17.3% total (+4.07%/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
26thof 34
Among the lower half of Sirawai by population.
Share of Sirawai
1.4%
of the municipality's total 39,836 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
610thof 691
Province-wide percentile: 12.
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.
About Barangay Motong
Barangay Motong 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 Motong had a population of 543. This made it the 26th largest of 34 barangays in Sirawai by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Motong accounted for approximately 1.36% of the total population of Sirawai, which stood at 39,836 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 463 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 543 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +17.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Motong 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 of 34 barangays, of which Barangay Motong is one. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Motong ranks 610th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Motong
Where is Barangay Motong located?▾
Barangay Motong is a barangay in the municipality of Sirawai, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Motong hall?▾
Barangay Motong 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 Motong?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Motong is Andy Janihim Asmad (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Motong?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Motong is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Sirawai LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Motong part of?▾
Barangay Motong is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Sirawai, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Motong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Motong 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 Motong.
Has the population of Barangay Motong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Motong went from 463 residents to 543 — a change of +17.3% 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 Motong in?▾
Barangay Motong 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 Motong. You can browse the full list on our Sirawai page.
How many residents does Barangay Motong have?▾
Barangay Motong had a population of 543 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Motong?▾
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 Motong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Motong was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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