Situated in the municipality of Tigbauan, Iloilo, Barangay Sermon is one of the administrative divisions of Western Visayas. It had a population of 297 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Romeo Ojerio Somodio(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sermon · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-29.5% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Sermon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
421
—
—
2020 CPH
340
-81
-19.2%
2024 POPCEN
297
-43
-12.6%
2015–2020: -19.2% total (-4.18%/yr).2020–2024: -12.6% total (-3.32%/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 Tigbauan
51stof 52
Among the smaller barangays of Tigbauan by population.
Share of Tigbauan
0.45%
of the municipality's total 65,657 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1739thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 9.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Tigbauan (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 Sermon
Barangay Sermon is a very small barangay in the municipality of Tigbauan, located in the province of Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sermon had a population of 297. This made it the 51st largest of 52 barangays in Tigbauan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sermon accounted for approximately 0.45% of the total population of Tigbauan, which stood at 65,657 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 340 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 297 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -12.6%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Sermon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tigbauan is a municipality of 52 barangays, of which Barangay Sermon is one. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sermon ranks 1739th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Tigbauan 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 Sermon
Where is Barangay Sermon located?▾
Barangay Sermon is a barangay in the municipality of Tigbauan, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sermon hall?▾
Barangay Sermon is located in Tigbauan, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sermon?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Sermon is Romeo Ojerio Somodio (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Sermon?▾
You can contact Barangay Sermon via phone at 09614418809.
What municipality is Barangay Sermon part of?▾
Barangay Sermon is one of 52 barangays in the municipality of Tigbauan, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sermon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sermon 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 Tigbauan?▾
Tigbauan 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 Sermon.
Has the population of Barangay Sermon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sermon went from 340 residents to 297 — a change of -12.6% 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 Sermon in?▾
Barangay Sermon is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 52 barangays administered by Tigbauan.
How many barangays are in Tigbauan?▾
Tigbauan has 52 barangays, including Barangay Sermon. You can browse the full list on our Tigbauan page.
How many residents does Barangay Sermon have?▾
Barangay Sermon had a population of 297 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sermon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tigbauan is 5021. 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 Sermon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sermon was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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