How many barangays are in Paranas?▾
Paranas has 44 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 Paranas located?▾
Paranas is a municipality in the province of Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
Is Paranas a city or municipality?▾
Paranas is a municipality in Samar, Philippines.
What province is Paranas in?▾
Paranas is located in the province of Samar, which is part of the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
What is the population of Paranas?▾
Paranas had a population of 35,281 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN. The municipality contains 44 barangays.
What is the largest barangay in Paranas by population?▾
The largest barangay in Paranas by population is Brgy. Tenani with 2,477 residents. See the ranked list of the most populous barangays on this page.
How do I get a barangay clearance in Paranas?▾
To get a barangay clearance in Paranas, 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 Paranas's 44 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 income classification of Paranas?▾
Paranas is classified as a 2nd 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 Paranas 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.
