Situated in the municipality of Valencia, Negros Oriental, Barangay Palinpinon is one of the administrative divisions of Negros Island Region. It had a population of 3,501 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Carlos Sayson Gainsan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palinpinon · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Palinpinon
Barangay Palinpinon forms part of Valencia, a municipality in Negros Oriental, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Palinpinon had a population of 3,501. This made it the 2nd largest of 24 barangays in Valencia by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palinpinon accounted for approximately 8.76% of the total population of Valencia, which stood at 39,986 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,352 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,501 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +4.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Palinpinon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Valencia is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Palinpinon, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Palinpinon ranks 143rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Valencia 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 Palinpinon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,933
—
—
2020 CPH
3,352
+419
+14.3%
2024 POPCEN
3,501
+149
+4.4%
2015–2020: +14.3% total (+2.71%/yr).2020–2024: +4.4% total (+1.09%/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 Valencia
2ndof 24
Among the top 10% of Valencia by population.
Share of Valencia
8.8%
of the municipality's total 39,986 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
143rdof 557
Province-wide percentile: 75.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Valencia (municipality) class
1st
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 Palinpinon
Where is Barangay Palinpinon located?▾
Barangay Palinpinon is a barangay in the municipality of Valencia, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palinpinon hall?▾
Barangay Palinpinon is located in Valencia, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Palinpinon?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Palinpinon is Carlos Sayson Gainsan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Palinpinon?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Palinpinon is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Valencia LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Palinpinon part of?▾
Barangay Palinpinon is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Valencia, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palinpinon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palinpinon 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 Valencia?▾
Valencia is classified as a 1st 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 Palinpinon.
Has the population of Barangay Palinpinon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palinpinon went from 3,352 residents to 3,501 — a change of +4.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Palinpinon in?▾
Barangay Palinpinon is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Valencia.
How many barangays are in Valencia?▾
Valencia has 24 barangays, including Barangay Palinpinon. You can browse the full list on our Valencia page.
How many residents does Barangay Palinpinon have?▾
Barangay Palinpinon had a population of 3,501 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palinpinon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Valencia is 6215. 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 Palinpinon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palinpinon was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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