How many barangays are in Catarman?▾
Catarman has 55 barangays. You can browse the full alphabetical list on this page, with each barangay linking to its own page of officials, contact details, and address.
Where is Catarman located?▾
Catarman is a municipality in the province of Northern Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
Is Catarman a city or municipality?▾
Catarman is a municipality in Northern Samar, Philippines.
What province is Catarman in?▾
Catarman is located in the province of Northern Samar, which is part of the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
What is the population of Catarman?▾
Catarman had a population of 97,738 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN. The municipality contains 55 barangays.
What is the largest barangay in Catarman by population?▾
The largest barangay in Catarman by population is Brgy. Dalakit (Pob.) with 12,781 residents. See the ranked list of the most populous barangays on this page.
How do I get a barangay clearance in Catarman?▾
To get a barangay clearance in Catarman, visit the barangay hall of your residential barangay during office hours (typically Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm), bring a valid government ID and proof of residency, state your purpose, and pay the processing fee (typically ₱50 to ₱100). Most barangays issue the clearance on the same day. See our complete guide to getting a barangay clearance in the Philippines for detailed step-by-step instructions.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials across Catarman's 55 barangays — including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials — will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
What is the ZIP code of Catarman?▾
The ZIP code for Catarman is 6400. This Philippine postal code is used for mail delivery across all 55 barangays in the municipality.
What is the income classification of Catarman?▾
Catarman is classified as a 1st municipality. Income classifications for Philippine local government units are based on the average annual regular income over a rolling period and determine fiscal capacity and administrative structure.
Is Catarman the capital of Northern Samar?▾
Yes, Catarman is the provincial capital of Northern Samar in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Catarman was last updated on 2026-05-26. The list of barangays, population figures, and administrative classifications can change over time — always verify directly with the local government unit before relying on this information for official transactions.
