Situated in the municipality of Tambulig, Zamboanga Del Sur, Barangay Alang-alang is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 996 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ronie Vios Gumahad(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Alang-alang · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Alang-alang
Barangay Alang-alang forms part of Tambulig, a municipality in Zamboanga Del Sur, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Alang-alang had a population of 996. This made it the 16th largest of 31 barangays in Tambulig by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Alang-alang accounted for approximately 2.66% of the total population of Tambulig, which stood at 37,400 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,206 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 996 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -17.4%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Alang-alang is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tambulig is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Alang-alang, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Alang-alang ranks 474th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Alang-alang is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
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 Tambulig 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 Alang-alang from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,266
—
—
2020 CPH
1,206
-60
-4.7%
2024 POPCEN
996
-210
-17.4%
2015–2020: -4.7% total (-0.97%/yr).2020–2024: -17.4% total (-4.67%/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 Tambulig
16thof 31
Among the upper half of Tambulig by population.
Share of Tambulig
2.7%
of the municipality's total 37,400 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
474thof 779
Province-wide percentile: 39.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Tambulig (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 Alang-alang
Where is Barangay Alang-alang located?▾
Barangay Alang-alang is a barangay in the municipality of Tambulig, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Alang-alang hall?▾
Barangay Alang-alang is located in Tambulig, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Alang-alang?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Alang-alang is Ronie Vios Gumahad (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Alang-alang?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Alang-alang is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tambulig LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Alang-alang part of?▾
Barangay Alang-alang is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Tambulig, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Alang-alang urban or rural?▾
Barangay Alang-alang 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 Tambulig?▾
Tambulig 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 Alang-alang.
Has the population of Barangay Alang-alang been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Alang-alang went from 1,206 residents to 996 — a change of -17.4% 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 Alang-alang in?▾
Barangay Alang-alang is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Tambulig.
How many barangays are in Tambulig?▾
Tambulig has 31 barangays, including Barangay Alang-alang. You can browse the full list on our Tambulig page.
How many residents does Barangay Alang-alang have?▾
Barangay Alang-alang had a population of 996 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Alang-alang?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tambulig is 7025. 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 Alang-alang, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Alang-alang 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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