Barangay Kabatan forms part of the municipality of Vincenzo a. Sagun in Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines. It had a population of 4,258 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ruflearson Ruelo Alfaro(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kabatan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Kabatan
Barangay Kabatan forms part of Vincenzo a. Sagun, a municipality in Zamboanga Del Sur, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kabatan had a population of 4,258. This made it the 1st largest of 14 barangays in Vincenzo a. Sagun by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kabatan accounted for approximately 18.82% of the total population of Vincenzo a. Sagun, which stood at 22,619 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Kabatan moved from 5,059 residents to 4,258, an intercensal change of -15.8%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Kabatan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Vincenzo a. Sagun is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kabatan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kabatan ranks 95th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Kabatan 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 Vincenzo a. Sagun 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 Kabatan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,920
—
—
2020 CPH
5,059
+139
+2.8%
2024 POPCEN
4,258
-801
-15.8%
2015–2020: +2.8% total (+0.56%/yr).2020–2024: -15.8% total (-4.22%/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 Vincenzo a. Sagun
1stof 14
Among the top 10% of Vincenzo a. Sagun by population.
Share of Vincenzo a. Sagun
18.8%
of the municipality's total 22,619 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
95thof 779
Province-wide percentile: 88.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Vincenzo a. Sagun (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 Kabatan
Where is Barangay Kabatan located?▾
Barangay Kabatan is a barangay in the municipality of Vincenzo a. Sagun, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kabatan hall?▾
Barangay Kabatan is located in Vincenzo a. Sagun, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kabatan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Kabatan is Ruflearson Ruelo Alfaro (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kabatan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Kabatan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Vincenzo a. Sagun LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Kabatan part of?▾
Barangay Kabatan is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Vincenzo a. Sagun, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kabatan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kabatan is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Vincenzo a. Sagun?▾
Vincenzo a. Sagun 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 Kabatan.
Has the population of Barangay Kabatan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Kabatan went from 5,059 residents to 4,258 — a change of -15.8% 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 Kabatan in?▾
Barangay Kabatan is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Vincenzo a. Sagun.
How many barangays are in Vincenzo a. Sagun?▾
Vincenzo a. Sagun has 14 barangays, including Barangay Kabatan. You can browse the full list on our Vincenzo a. Sagun page.
How many residents does Barangay Kabatan have?▾
Barangay Kabatan had a population of 4,258 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kabatan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Vincenzo a. Sagun is 7036. 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 Kabatan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kabatan 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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