Situated in the municipality of Tingloy, Batangas, Barangay Papaya is one of the administrative divisions of CALABARZON. It had a population of 1,698 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Mark Laurence Evangelista Alvarez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Papaya · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Papaya
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Papaya is one of the administrative divisions of Tingloy in Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Papaya had a population of 1,698. This made it the 3rd largest of 15 barangays in Tingloy by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Papaya accounted for approximately 10.70% of the total population of Tingloy, which stood at 15,866 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 Papaya changed from 1,926 to 1,698, a shift of -11.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Tingloy. Barangay Papaya is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tingloy is a municipality comprising 15 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Papaya, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Batangas, which contains 1,078 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Papaya ranks 640th by 2024 POPCEN population. Batangas is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Papaya 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 Tingloy 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 Papaya from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,747
—
—
2020 CPH
1,926
+179
+10.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,698
-228
-11.8%
2015–2020: +10.2% total (+1.97%/yr).2020–2024: -11.8% total (-3.10%/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 Tingloy
3rdof 15
Among the top quartile of Tingloy by population.
Share of Tingloy
10.7%
of the municipality's total 15,866 residents.
Rank in Batangas
640thof 1,078
Province-wide percentile: 41.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tingloy (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 Papaya
Where is Barangay Papaya located?▾
Barangay Papaya is a barangay in the municipality of Tingloy, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Papaya hall?▾
Barangay Papaya is located in Tingloy, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Papaya?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Papaya is Mark Laurence Evangelista Alvarez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Papaya?▾
You can contact Barangay Papaya via phone at 09215766697.
What municipality is Barangay Papaya part of?▾
Barangay Papaya is one of 15 barangays in the municipality of Tingloy, Batangas, Philippines.
Is Barangay Papaya urban or rural?▾
Barangay Papaya 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 Tingloy?▾
Tingloy 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 Papaya.
Has the population of Barangay Papaya been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Papaya went from 1,926 residents to 1,698 — a change of -11.8% 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 Papaya in?▾
Barangay Papaya is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Batangas, and is one of 15 barangays administered by Tingloy.
How many barangays are in Tingloy?▾
Tingloy has 15 barangays, including Barangay Papaya. You can browse the full list on our Tingloy page.
How many residents does Barangay Papaya have?▾
Barangay Papaya had a population of 1,698 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Papaya?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tingloy is 4203. 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 Papaya, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Papaya was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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