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Punong Barangay
Darwin Tongbo Cadangan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Patoc-ao · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Patoc-ao
Situated in Suyo, Ilocos Sur, Barangay Patoc-ao is one of 8 barangays that make up the municipality within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Patoc-ao had a population of 441. This made it the 8th largest of 8 barangays in Suyo by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Patoc-ao accounted for approximately 3.99% of the total population of Suyo, which stood at 11,051 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 Patoc-ao changed from 621 to 441, a shift of -29.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Suyo. Barangay Patoc-ao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Suyo is a municipality comprising 8 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Patoc-ao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Patoc-ao ranks 623rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Sur 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 Suyo 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 Patoc-ao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
700
—
—
2020 CPH
621
-79
-11.3%
2024 POPCEN
441
-180
-29.0%
2015–2020: -11.3% total (-2.37%/yr).2020–2024: -29.0% total (-8.20%/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 Suyo
8thof 8
Among the smaller barangays of Suyo by population.
Share of Suyo
4.0%
of the municipality's total 11,051 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
623rdof 768
Province-wide percentile: 19.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Suyo (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 Patoc-ao
Where is Barangay Patoc-ao located?▾
Barangay Patoc-ao is a barangay in the municipality of Suyo, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Patoc-ao hall?▾
Barangay Patoc-ao is located in Suyo, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Patoc-ao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Patoc-ao is Darwin Tongbo Cadangan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Patoc-ao?▾
You can contact Barangay Patoc-ao via phone at 09486002267.
What municipality is Barangay Patoc-ao part of?▾
Barangay Patoc-ao is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Suyo, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Patoc-ao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Patoc-ao 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 Suyo?▾
Suyo 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 Patoc-ao.
Has the population of Barangay Patoc-ao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Patoc-ao went from 621 residents to 441 — a change of -29.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Patoc-ao in?▾
Barangay Patoc-ao is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Sur, and is one of 8 barangays administered by Suyo.
How many barangays are in Suyo?▾
Suyo has 8 barangays, including Barangay Patoc-ao. You can browse the full list on our Suyo page.
How many residents does Barangay Patoc-ao have?▾
Barangay Patoc-ao had a population of 441 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Patoc-ao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Suyo is 2715. 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 Patoc-ao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Patoc-ao was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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