Tomas Oppus · Southern Leyte
Barangay Iniguihan Pob.
Located in Tomas Oppus, Southern Leyte, Barangay Iniguihan Pob. is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Tomas Oppus. It had a population of 441 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 441
- Population (2015)
- 433
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- +1.8%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Iniguihan Pob.
Situated in Tomas Oppus, Southern Leyte, Barangay Iniguihan Pob. is one of 29 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Iniguihan Pob. had a population of 441. This made it the 17th largest of 29 barangays in Tomas Oppus by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Iniguihan Pob. accounted for approximately 2.60% of the total population of Tomas Oppus, which stood at 16,990 in the same census year.
Between the 2015 and 2020 censuses, the population of Barangay Iniguihan Pob. changed from 433 to 441, a shift of +1.8% over the five-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Tomas Oppus. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Iniguihan Pob. as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tomas Oppus is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Iniguihan Pob., including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Southern Leyte, which contains 500 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Iniguihan Pob. ranks 371st by 2020 population. Southern Leyte is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Iniguihan Pob. 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.
City / Municipality
Tomas Oppus (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
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- 09171448960
- Punong Barangay
- Santiago Taparo Velarde JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Addie Kaye Betonio Bareja
- Barangay Treasurer
- Lina Solana Corpus
- SK Chairperson
- Rutchel Milano Aroy
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Edelito Felicilda Bosque
- • Benjamin Abrea Docena
- • Vergie Solana Abrea
- • Frederick Gumanit Saja
- • Maxwell Matulin Saja
- • Apolinario Lamoste Bohol
- • Ringo Velarde Solana
Other Barangays in Tomas Oppus
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Iniguihan Pob.
Where is Barangay Iniguihan Pob. located?▾
Barangay Iniguihan Pob. is a barangay in the municipality of Tomas Oppus, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Iniguihan Pob. hall?▾
Barangay Iniguihan Pob. is located in Tomas Oppus, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Iniguihan Pob.?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Iniguihan Pob. is Santiago Taparo Velarde JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Iniguihan Pob.?▾
You can contact Barangay Iniguihan Pob. via phone at 09171448960.
What municipality is Barangay Iniguihan Pob. part of?▾
Barangay Iniguihan Pob. is one of 29 barangays in Tomas Oppus, a municipality in Southern Leyte, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Iniguihan Pob.
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.