Situated in the municipality of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, Barangay Sawat is one of the administrative divisions of Ilocos Region. It had a population of 1,119 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Joseph Fernandez Labador(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sawat · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+18.0% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Sawat from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
948
—
—
2020 CPH
1,053
+105
+11.1%
2024 POPCEN
1,119
+66
+6.3%
2015–2020: +11.1% total (+2.12%/yr).2020–2024: +6.3% total (+1.53%/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 Tagudin
13thof 43
Among the upper half of Tagudin by population.
Share of Tagudin
2.7%
of the municipality's total 41,606 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
204thof 768
Province-wide percentile: 74.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Tagudin (municipality) class
2nd
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 Sawat
Situated in Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, Barangay Sawat is one of 43 barangays that make up the municipality within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sawat had a population of 1,119. This made it the 13th largest of 43 barangays in Tagudin by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sawat accounted for approximately 2.69% of the total population of Tagudin, which stood at 41,606 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Sawat moved from 1,053 residents to 1,119, an intercensal change of +6.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Sawat is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tagudin is a municipality of 43 barangays, of which Barangay Sawat is one. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sawat ranks 204th 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.
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 Tagudin 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 Sawat
Where is Barangay Sawat located?▾
Barangay Sawat is a barangay in the municipality of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sawat hall?▾
Barangay Sawat is located in Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sawat?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Sawat is Joseph Fernandez Labador (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Sawat?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Sawat is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tagudin LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Sawat part of?▾
Barangay Sawat is one of 43 barangays in the municipality of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sawat urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sawat 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 Tagudin?▾
Tagudin is classified as a 2nd 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 Sawat.
Has the population of Barangay Sawat been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sawat went from 1,053 residents to 1,119 — a change of +6.3% 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 Sawat in?▾
Barangay Sawat 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 43 barangays administered by Tagudin.
How many barangays are in Tagudin?▾
Tagudin has 43 barangays, including Barangay Sawat. You can browse the full list on our Tagudin page.
How many residents does Barangay Sawat have?▾
Barangay Sawat had a population of 1,119 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sawat?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tagudin is 2714. 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 Sawat, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sawat was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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