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Punong Barangay
Anecito Agua Baculi(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Begong · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Begong
Barangay Begong is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Tigbao, located in the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Begong had a population of 3,354. This made it the 1st largest of 18 barangays in Tigbao by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Begong accounted for approximately 17.01% of the total population of Tigbao, which stood at 19,716 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,598 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,354 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -6.8%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Begong is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tigbao is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Begong, 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 Begong ranks 127th 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.
Barangay Begong is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Tigbao 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 Begong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,359
—
—
2020 CPH
3,598
+239
+7.1%
2024 POPCEN
3,354
-244
-6.8%
2015–2020: +7.1% total (+1.38%/yr).2020–2024: -6.8% total (-1.74%/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 Tigbao
1stof 18
Among the top 10% of Tigbao by population.
Share of Tigbao
17.0%
of the municipality's total 19,716 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
127thof 779
Province-wide percentile: 84.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tigbao (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 Begong
Where is Barangay Begong located?▾
Barangay Begong is a barangay in the municipality of Tigbao, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Begong hall?▾
Barangay Begong is located in Tigbao, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Begong?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Begong is Anecito Agua Baculi (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Begong?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Begong is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tigbao LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Begong part of?▾
Barangay Begong is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Tigbao, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Begong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Begong 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 Tigbao?▾
Tigbao 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 Begong.
Has the population of Barangay Begong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Begong went from 3,598 residents to 3,354 — a change of -6.8% 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 Begong in?▾
Barangay Begong 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 18 barangays administered by Tigbao.
How many barangays are in Tigbao?▾
Tigbao has 18 barangays, including Barangay Begong. You can browse the full list on our Tigbao page.
How many residents does Barangay Begong have?▾
Barangay Begong had a population of 3,354 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Begong?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tigbao is 7043. 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 Begong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Begong was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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