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Punong Barangay
Natividad Lumbao Toledo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Palnab Del Norte · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+8.6% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Palnab Del Norte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,870
—
—
2020 CPH
1,998
+128
+6.8%
2024 POPCEN
2,030
+32
+1.6%
2015–2020: +6.8% total (+1.33%/yr).2020–2024: +1.6% total (+0.40%/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
11thof 63
Among the top quartile of Virac by population.
Share of Virac
2.7%
of the municipality's total 75,135 residents.
Rank in Catanduanes
20thof 315
Province-wide percentile: 94.
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.
About Barangay Palnab Del Norte
Situated in Virac, Catanduanes, Barangay Palnab Del Norte 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 Palnab Del Norte had a population of 2,030. This made it the 11th largest of 63 barangays in Virac by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Palnab Del Norte accounted for approximately 2.70% of the total population of Virac, which stood at 75,135 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,998 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,030 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +1.6%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Palnab Del Norte 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 of 63 barangays, of which Barangay Palnab Del Norte is one. Within the wider province of Catanduanes, which contains 315 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Palnab Del Norte ranks 20th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Palnab Del Norte
Where is Barangay Palnab Del Norte located?▾
Barangay Palnab Del Norte is a barangay in the municipality of Virac, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Palnab Del Norte hall?▾
Barangay Palnab Del Norte 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 Palnab Del Norte?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Palnab Del Norte is Natividad Lumbao Toledo (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Palnab Del Norte?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Palnab Del Norte 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 Palnab Del Norte part of?▾
Barangay Palnab Del Norte is one of 63 barangays in the municipality of Virac, Catanduanes, Philippines.
Is Barangay Palnab Del Norte urban or rural?▾
Barangay Palnab Del Norte 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 Palnab Del Norte.
Has the population of Barangay Palnab Del Norte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Palnab Del Norte went from 1,998 residents to 2,030 — a change of +1.6% 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 Palnab Del Norte in?▾
Barangay Palnab Del Norte 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 Palnab Del Norte. You can browse the full list on our Virac page.
How many residents does Barangay Palnab Del Norte have?▾
Barangay Palnab Del Norte had a population of 2,030 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palnab Del Norte?▾
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 Palnab Del Norte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Palnab Del Norte was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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