Located in Tayasan, Negros Oriental, Barangay Pinocawan is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Tayasan. It had a population of 2,085 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Roxel R Soreño(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pinocawan · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+8.1% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Pinocawan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,928
—
—
2020 CPH
2,208
+280
+14.5%
2024 POPCEN
2,085
-123
-5.6%
2015–2020: +14.5% total (+2.75%/yr).2020–2024: -5.6% total (-1.42%/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 Tayasan
8thof 28
Among the top quartile of Tayasan by population.
Share of Tayasan
5.3%
of the municipality's total 39,005 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
276thof 557
Province-wide percentile: 51.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Tayasan (municipality) class
3rd
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 Pinocawan
Barangay Pinocawan forms part of Tayasan, a municipality in Negros Oriental, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Pinocawan had a population of 2,085. This made it the 8th largest of 28 barangays in Tayasan by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pinocawan accounted for approximately 5.35% of the total population of Tayasan, which stood at 39,005 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Pinocawan moved from 2,208 residents to 2,085, an intercensal change of -5.6%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Pinocawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tayasan is a municipality of 28 barangays, of which Barangay Pinocawan is one. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Pinocawan ranks 276th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental 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 Tayasan 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 Pinocawan
Where is Barangay Pinocawan located?▾
Barangay Pinocawan is a barangay in the municipality of Tayasan, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pinocawan hall?▾
Barangay Pinocawan is located in Tayasan, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Pinocawan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Pinocawan is Roxel R Soreño (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Pinocawan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Pinocawan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tayasan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Pinocawan part of?▾
Barangay Pinocawan is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Tayasan, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pinocawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pinocawan 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 Tayasan?▾
Tayasan is classified as a 3rd 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 Pinocawan.
Has the population of Barangay Pinocawan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pinocawan went from 2,208 residents to 2,085 — a change of -5.6% 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 Pinocawan in?▾
Barangay Pinocawan is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 28 barangays administered by Tayasan.
How many barangays are in Tayasan?▾
Tayasan has 28 barangays, including Barangay Pinocawan. You can browse the full list on our Tayasan page.
How many residents does Barangay Pinocawan have?▾
Barangay Pinocawan had a population of 2,085 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pinocawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tayasan is 6211. 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 Pinocawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pinocawan was last updated on 2026-07-02. 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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