Barangay Hawan Ilaya is a local government unit in Virac, Catanduanes, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 793 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Wilfredo Manoguid Panti(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Hawan Ilaya · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Hawan Ilaya
Situated in Virac, Catanduanes, Barangay Hawan Ilaya is one of 63 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Hawan Ilaya had a population of 793. This made it the 37th largest of 63 barangays in Virac by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Hawan Ilaya accounted for approximately 1.06% of the total population of Virac, which stood at 75,135 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 Hawan Ilaya changed from 676 to 793, a shift of +17.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Virac. Barangay Hawan Ilaya is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Virac is a municipality comprising 63 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Hawan Ilaya, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Catanduanes, which contains 315 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Hawan Ilaya ranks 123rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Catanduanes is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Hawan Ilaya 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 Virac 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 Hawan Ilaya from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
643
—
—
2020 CPH
676
+33
+5.1%
2024 POPCEN
793
+117
+17.3%
2015–2020: +5.1% total (+1.01%/yr).2020–2024: +17.3% total (+4.07%/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 Virac
37thof 63
Among the lower half of Virac by population.
Share of Virac
1.1%
of the municipality's total 75,135 residents.
Rank in Catanduanes
123rdof 315
Province-wide percentile: 61.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Virac (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 Hawan Ilaya
Where is Barangay Hawan Ilaya located?▾
Barangay Hawan Ilaya is a barangay in the municipality of Virac, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Hawan Ilaya hall?▾
Barangay Hawan Ilaya is located in Virac, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Hawan Ilaya?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Hawan Ilaya is Wilfredo Manoguid Panti (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Hawan Ilaya?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Hawan Ilaya is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Virac LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Hawan Ilaya part of?▾
Barangay Hawan Ilaya is one of 63 barangays in the municipality of Virac, Catanduanes, Philippines.
Is Barangay Hawan Ilaya urban or rural?▾
Barangay Hawan Ilaya 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 Virac?▾
Virac 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 Hawan Ilaya.
Has the population of Barangay Hawan Ilaya been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Hawan Ilaya went from 676 residents to 793 — a change of +17.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Hawan Ilaya in?▾
Barangay Hawan Ilaya is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Catanduanes, and is one of 63 barangays administered by Virac.
How many barangays are in Virac?▾
Virac has 63 barangays, including Barangay Hawan Ilaya. You can browse the full list on our Virac page.
How many residents does Barangay Hawan Ilaya have?▾
Barangay Hawan Ilaya had a population of 793 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Hawan Ilaya?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Virac is 4800. 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 Hawan Ilaya, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Hawan Ilaya 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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