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Punong Barangay
Miguel Postre Gepiga Sr(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Nipa · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Nipa
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Nipa is one of the administrative divisions of Tagapul-An in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Nipa had a population of 1,031. This made it the 2nd largest of 14 barangays in Tagapul-An by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Nipa accounted for approximately 11.28% of the total population of Tagapul-An, which stood at 9,139 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,003 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,031 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.8%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Nipa is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tagapul-An is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Nipa, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Nipa ranks 230th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar 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 Tagapul-An 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 Nipa from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,017
—
—
2020 CPH
1,003
-14
-1.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,031
+28
+2.8%
2015–2020: -1.4% total (-0.28%/yr).2020–2024: +2.8% total (+0.69%/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 Tagapul-An
2ndof 14
Among the top 10% of Tagapul-An by population.
Share of Tagapul-An
11.3%
of the municipality's total 9,139 residents.
Rank in Samar
230thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 76.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tagapul-An (municipality) class
5th*
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 Nipa
Where is Barangay Nipa located?▾
Barangay Nipa is a barangay in the municipality of Tagapul-An, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Nipa hall?▾
Barangay Nipa is located in Tagapul-An, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Nipa?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Nipa is Miguel Postre Gepiga Sr (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Nipa?▾
You can contact Barangay Nipa via phone at 09362137368.
What municipality is Barangay Nipa part of?▾
Barangay Nipa is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Tagapul-An, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Nipa urban or rural?▾
Barangay Nipa 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 Tagapul-An?▾
Tagapul-An is classified as a 5th* 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 Nipa.
Has the population of Barangay Nipa been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Nipa went from 1,003 residents to 1,031 — a change of +2.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Nipa in?▾
Barangay Nipa is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Tagapul-An.
How many barangays are in Tagapul-An?▾
Tagapul-An has 14 barangays, including Barangay Nipa. You can browse the full list on our Tagapul-An page.
How many residents does Barangay Nipa have?▾
Barangay Nipa had a population of 1,031 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Nipa?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tagapul-An is 6712. 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 Nipa, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Nipa 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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