How many barangays are in Palanas?▾
Palanas has 24 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 Palanas located?▾
Palanas is a municipality in the province of Masbate, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines.
Is Palanas a city or municipality?▾
Palanas is a municipality in Masbate, Philippines.
What province is Palanas in?▾
Palanas is located in the province of Masbate, which is part of the Bicol Region region of the Philippines.
What is the population of Palanas?▾
Palanas had a population of 28,133 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN. The municipality contains 24 barangays.
What is the largest barangay in Palanas by population?▾
The largest barangay in Palanas by population is Brgy. Nabangig with 3,478 residents. See the ranked list of the most populous barangays on this page.
How do I get a barangay clearance in Palanas?▾
To get a barangay clearance in Palanas, 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 Palanas's 24 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 Palanas?▾
The ZIP code for Palanas is 5404. This Philippine postal code is used for mail delivery across all 24 barangays in the municipality.
What is the income classification of Palanas?▾
Palanas is classified as a 4th 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.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Palanas was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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.
