Situated in the municipality of Tinglayan, Kalinga, Barangay Tulgao West is one of the administrative divisions of CAR. It had a population of 473 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ruben T. Ganagan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tulgao West · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Tulgao West
Barangay Tulgao West forms part of Tinglayan, a municipality in Kalinga, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tulgao West had a population of 473. This made it the 17th largest of 20 barangays in Tinglayan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tulgao West accounted for approximately 3.55% of the total population of Tinglayan, which stood at 13,311 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Tulgao West changed from 504 to 473, a shift of -6.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Tinglayan. Barangay Tulgao West is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tinglayan is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tulgao West, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Kalinga, which contains 153 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tulgao West ranks 137th by 2024 POPCEN population. Kalinga is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Tulgao West 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 Tinglayan 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 Tulgao West from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
523
—
—
2020 CPH
504
-19
-3.6%
2024 POPCEN
473
-31
-6.2%
2015–2020: -3.6% total (-0.74%/yr).2020–2024: -6.2% total (-1.57%/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 Tinglayan
17thof 20
Among the smaller barangays of Tinglayan by population.
Share of Tinglayan
3.6%
of the municipality's total 13,311 residents.
Rank in Kalinga
137thof 153
Province-wide percentile: 11.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tinglayan (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 Tulgao West
Where is Barangay Tulgao West located?▾
Barangay Tulgao West is a barangay in the municipality of Tinglayan, Kalinga, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tulgao West hall?▾
Barangay Tulgao West is located in Tinglayan, Kalinga, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tulgao West?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tulgao West is Ruben T. Ganagan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tulgao West?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tulgao West is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tinglayan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tulgao West part of?▾
Barangay Tulgao West is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Tinglayan, Kalinga, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tulgao West urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tulgao West 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 Tinglayan?▾
Tinglayan 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 Tulgao West.
Has the population of Barangay Tulgao West been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tulgao West went from 504 residents to 473 — a change of -6.2% 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 Tulgao West in?▾
Barangay Tulgao West is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Kalinga, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Tinglayan.
How many barangays are in Tinglayan?▾
Tinglayan has 20 barangays, including Barangay Tulgao West. You can browse the full list on our Tinglayan page.
How many residents does Barangay Tulgao West have?▾
Barangay Tulgao West had a population of 473 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tulgao West?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tinglayan is 3804. 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 Tulgao West, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tulgao West 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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