Barangay Profile

Barangay Malaya

Nagcarlan, Laguna, Region IV-A

PSGC 0403417028 ZIP 4002
2,355 Population
8th of 52 By Population
288.4 m Elevation
4002 ZIP Code
Philippines CALABARZON Laguna Nagcarlan Barangays Malaya
Direct Answer

Barangay Malaya is a barangay in Nagcarlan, Laguna, in the CALABARZON (Region IV-A) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 0403417028 with ZIP code 4002, it had a 2020 Census population of 2,355. That makes it the 8th most populous of Nagcarlan's 52 barangays (3.5% of the municipal total of 66,351). It sits at about 288.4 m above sea level at coordinates 14.1111, 121.408.

Overview

Barangay Malaya is a local community situated within Nagcarlan, Laguna. Serving as the primary administrative building block of local governance, it connects local residents directly to municipal public services, community development, and regional infrastructure networks.

Demographics & Population Trends

Insights into growth, age distributions, and household composition.

Historical Population Growth

Barangay Malaya is tracked across every census round conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority. The table and bar chart below trace its recorded population from 1990 to 2020, together with the annualized growth rate and net population change between counts. Read side by side, they show whether Malaya is expanding, contracting, or holding steady within Nagcarlan, a signal that informs housing demand, school-age population, and the delivery of local public services.

Census Date Population Growth Net
1990 May 1 965 — —
1995 Sep 1 1,210 +4.33% 245
2000 May 1 1,632 +6.63% 422
2007 Aug 1 2,080 +3.4% 448
2010 May 1 2,124 +0.76% 44
2015 Aug 1 2,298 +1.51% 174
2020 May 1 2,355 +0.52% 57
965
1,210
1,632
2,080
2,124
2,298
2,355
1990
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015
2020

Age Distribution (2015 Census)

The age profile of Barangay Malaya is drawn from the 2015 Census and grouped into five-year age bands. The table and bar chart below show how residents split across the young dependent population, the working-age population, and older residents, the balance that drives the local dependency ratio and median age. A community weighted toward working-age adults points to a wider labor force, while a broad base of children signals future demand for schools, health centers, and youth programs in Nagcarlan.

Age Group Population Share
Under 1 49 2.13%
1 to 4 204 8.88%
5 to 9 226 9.83%
10 to 14 268 11.66%
15 to 19 239 10.4%
20 to 24 223 9.7%
25 to 29 185 8.05%
30 to 34 163 7.09%
35 to 39 175 7.62%
40 to 44 115 5%
45 to 49 119 5.18%
50 to 54 109 4.74%
55 to 59 87 3.79%
60 to 64 42 1.83%
65 to 69 41 1.78%
70 to 74 20 0.87%
75 to 79 16 0.7%
80 and over 17 0.74%
Under 1
49
1 to 4
204
5 to 9
226
10 to 14
268
15 to 19
239
20 to 24
223
25 to 29
185
30 to 34
163
35 to 39
175
40 to 44
115
45 to 49
119
50 to 54
109
55 to 59
87
60 to 64
42
65 to 69
41
70 to 74
20
75 to 79
16
80 and over
17
747

Young population (0-14) · 32.51%

1,457

Working-age population (15-64) · 63.4%

94

Older population (65+) · 4.09%

Household Trends

Household formation in Barangay Malaya is measured each census through the number of households and the average household size. The table and bar chart below plot how the household count has moved across the years. A rising number of households alongside a falling average size usually reflects smaller family units and new home formation, while a steady average size suggests multigenerational living remains common. These figures help gauge local housing stock, utility demand, and the pace of residential development in Nagcarlan.

Census Date Households Avg. Size
1990 May 1 192 5.03
1995 Sep 1 254 4.76
2000 May 1 342 4.77
2007 Aug 1 422 4.93
2010 May 1 456 4.64
2015 Aug 1 549 4.19
192
254
342
422
456
549
1990
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015

Location & Environment

Geographic coordinates, comparative elevation, and environmental risk profile.

8th of 52

Relative rank among Nagcarlan's barangays by 2020 population.

288.4 m Elevation

Elevation profile, compared to the 204.8 m municipal median.

Barangay Malaya is located at approximately 14.1111, 121.408 (14°06'40" N, 121°24'29" E) on Luzon , roughly 288.4 meters above sea level.

Hazard Profile & Risk Context

Typhoon

CALABARZON lies along the main track of Pacific tropical cyclones and sees frequent typhoon passage during the June to November season.

High
Earthquake

CALABARZON is seismically active, with movement along nearby faults and trenches capable of producing strong earthquakes.

High
Flooding

Localized flooding can occur during heavy rainfall, depending on drainage and proximity to rivers and low ground.

Moderate

General planning context derived from topographic models. Refer to PHIVOLCS and municipal DRRMO advisories for official disaster risk mapping.

Governance & Administrative Record

Local administration setup and statutory registry parameters.

As the primary administrative tier in the Philippines, Barangay Malaya in municipality of Nagcarlan, province of Laguna is led by an elected Punong Barangay alongside a Sangguniang Barangay composed of seven elected council members. The barangay council oversees neighborhood disputes via the Lupong Tagapamayapa, enacts local ordinances, and maintains peace and public safety.

Official Registry

PSGC Statutory Data Sheet

Barangay Name Malaya
PSGC Code 0403417028
Population (2020) 2,355
Rank in Municipality 8th of 52
Coordinates 14.1111, 121.408 (14°06'40" N, 121°24'29" E)
Elevation 288.4 m above sea level
City / Municipality Nagcarlan
Province Laguna
Region CALABARZON
ZIP Code 4002

Surrounding Area & Local Culture

Nearby communities, cultural landmarks, and local services in Nagcarlan.

Local Directory

Businesses & Services in Nagcarlan

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms serving Barangay Malaya and the wider Nagcarlan area.

12 Businesses Listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Barangay Malaya located?

Barangay Malaya is a barangay in Nagcarlan, Laguna, in the CALABARZON (Region IV-A) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 0403417028 with ZIP code 4002, it had a 2020 Census population of 2,355. That makes it the 8th most populous of Nagcarlan's 52 barangays (3.5% of the municipal total of 66,351). It sits at about 288.4 m above sea level at coordinates 14.1111, 121.408.

What is the population of Barangay Malaya?

2,355 as of the 2020 Census, the 8th largest of Nagcarlan's 52 barangays (3.5% of the municipal total).

What is the PSGC code of Barangay Malaya?

The PSGC code is 0403417028, a nine-digit identifier in the PSA classification.

What is the ZIP code of Barangay Malaya?

ZIP 4002, covering Nagcarlan and its barangays.

How many barangays does Nagcarlan have?

52 barangays per the PSA PSGC 1Q 2026 release.

Notes & Data Sources

  • Administrative boundaries sourced from the PSA PSGC 1Q 2026 dataset release.
  • Population figures and geographical metrics are integrated from official PhilAtlas and PSA Census records.