Located in Zarraga, Iloilo, Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Zarraga. It had a population of 2,638 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Virgilio Gonzaludo Solito JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ilawod Poblacion · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Ilawod Poblacion
Situated in Zarraga, Iloilo, Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is one of 24 barangays that make up the municipality within Western Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ilawod Poblacion had a population of 2,638. This made it the 1st largest of 24 barangays in Zarraga by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ilawod Poblacion accounted for approximately 9.47% of the total population of Zarraga, which stood at 27,852 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 Ilawod Poblacion changed from 2,676 to 2,638, a shift of -1.4% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Zarraga. Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Zarraga is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ilawod Poblacion, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ilawod Poblacion ranks 202nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Zarraga 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 Ilawod Poblacion from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,497
—
—
2020 CPH
2,676
+179
+7.2%
2024 POPCEN
2,638
-38
-1.4%
2015–2020: +7.2% total (+1.39%/yr).2020–2024: -1.4% total (-0.36%/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 Zarraga
1stof 24
Among the top 10% of Zarraga by population.
Share of Zarraga
9.5%
of the municipality's total 27,852 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
202ndof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 89.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Zarraga (municipality) class
4th
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 Ilawod Poblacion
Where is Barangay Ilawod Poblacion located?▾
Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is a barangay in the municipality of Zarraga, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ilawod Poblacion hall?▾
Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is located in Zarraga, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ilawod Poblacion?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is Virgilio Gonzaludo Solito JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ilawod Poblacion?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Zarraga LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Ilawod Poblacion part of?▾
Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Zarraga, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ilawod Poblacion urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ilawod Poblacion 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 Zarraga?▾
Zarraga is classified as a 4th 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 Ilawod Poblacion.
Has the population of Barangay Ilawod Poblacion been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ilawod Poblacion went from 2,676 residents to 2,638 — a change of -1.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Ilawod Poblacion in?▾
Barangay Ilawod Poblacion is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Zarraga.
How many barangays are in Zarraga?▾
Zarraga has 24 barangays, including Barangay Ilawod Poblacion. You can browse the full list on our Zarraga page.
How many residents does Barangay Ilawod Poblacion have?▾
Barangay Ilawod Poblacion had a population of 2,638 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ilawod Poblacion?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Zarraga is 5004. 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 Ilawod Poblacion, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ilawod Poblacion 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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