Barangay Kahikukuk is a local government unit in Tongkil, Sulu, in the BARMM region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,149 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Tongkil. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kahikukuk · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Kahikukuk
Situated in Tongkil, Sulu, Barangay Kahikukuk is one of 14 barangays that make up the municipality within BARMM.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kahikukuk had a population of 2,149. This made it the 7th largest of 14 barangays in Tongkil by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kahikukuk accounted for approximately 5.48% of the total population of Tongkil, which stood at 39,202 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Kahikukuk is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tongkil is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kahikukuk, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sulu, which contains 410 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kahikukuk ranks 153rd by 2024 POPCEN population.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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.
The current Sangguniang Barangay leadership for Barangay Kahikukuk is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist. Other details about this barangay — including census population, urban/rural classification, income class, and administrative hierarchy — are documented in the sections below.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026 under Republic Act No. 12232. Each Punong Barangay, Kagawad, and SK Chairperson serves a four-year term.
Are you a resident or official of Barangay Kahikukuk? Use the form below to share verified officials, the hall address, or a contact number. All submissions are reviewed by our editorial team before publication.
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Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Kahikukuk in Tongkil during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Kahikukuk
Where is Barangay Kahikukuk located?▾
Barangay Kahikukuk is a barangay in the municipality of Tongkil, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kahikukuk hall?▾
Barangay Kahikukuk is located in Tongkil, Sulu, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kahikukuk?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Kahikukuk is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kahikukuk?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Kahikukuk is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tongkil LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Kahikukuk part of?▾
Barangay Kahikukuk is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Tongkil, Sulu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kahikukuk urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kahikukuk 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 region of the Philippines is Barangay Kahikukuk in?▾
Barangay Kahikukuk is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Sulu, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Tongkil.
How many barangays are in Tongkil?▾
Tongkil has 14 barangays, including Barangay Kahikukuk. You can browse the full list on our Tongkil page.
How many residents does Barangay Kahikukuk have?▾
Barangay Kahikukuk had a population of 2,149 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kahikukuk?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tongkil is 7406. 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 Kahikukuk, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kahikukuk 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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Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
