Barangay Profile

Barangay Santo Ni├▒o

Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay, Region IX

PSGC 0908316022 ZIP 7018
1,556 Population
14th of 25 By Population
12.4 m Elevation
7018 ZIP Code
Philippines Zamboanga Peninsula Zamboanga Sibugay Tungawan Barangays Santo Ni├▒o
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Barangay Santo Ni├▒o is a barangay in Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay, in the Zamboanga Peninsula (Region IX) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 0908316022 with ZIP code 7018, it had a 2020 Census population of 1,556. That makes it the 14th most populous of Tungawan's 25 barangays (3.2% of the municipal total of 48,013). It sits at about 12.4 m above sea level at coordinates 7.5078, 122.3764.

Overview

Barangay Santo Ni├▒o is a local community situated within Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay. 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 Santo Ni├▒o 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 Santo Ni├▒o is expanding, contracting, or holding steady within Tungawan, a signal that informs housing demand, school-age population, and the delivery of local public services.

Census Date Population Growth Net
1990 May 1 — — —
1995 Sep 1 898 — —
2000 May 1 937 +0.92% 39
2007 Aug 1 925 -0.18% -12
2010 May 1 1,032 +4.06% 107
2015 Aug 1 1,436 +6.49% 404
2020 May 1 1,556 +1.7% 120
898
937
925
1,032
1,436
1,556
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015
2020

Age Distribution (2015 Census)

The age profile of Barangay Santo Ni├▒o 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 Tungawan.

Age Group Population Share
Under 1 42 2.92%
1 to 4 183 12.74%
5 to 9 197 13.72%
10 to 14 152 10.58%
15 to 19 157 10.93%
20 to 24 136 9.47%
25 to 29 114 7.94%
30 to 34 99 6.89%
35 to 39 64 4.46%
40 to 44 66 4.6%
45 to 49 59 4.11%
50 to 54 47 3.27%
55 to 59 35 2.44%
60 to 64 33 2.3%
65 to 69 20 1.39%
70 to 74 13 0.91%
75 to 79 7 0.49%
80 and over 12 0.84%
Under 1
42
1 to 4
183
5 to 9
197
10 to 14
152
15 to 19
157
20 to 24
136
25 to 29
114
30 to 34
99
35 to 39
64
40 to 44
66
45 to 49
59
50 to 54
47
55 to 59
35
60 to 64
33
65 to 69
20
70 to 74
13
75 to 79
7
80 and over
12
574

Young population (0-14) · 39.97%

810

Working-age population (15-64) · 56.41%

52

Older population (65+) · 3.62%

Household Trends

Household formation in Barangay Santo Ni├▒o 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 Tungawan.

Census Date Households Avg. Size
1990 May 1 0 —
1995 Sep 1 177 5.07
2000 May 1 180 5.21
2007 Aug 1 170 5.44
2010 May 1 279 3.7
2015 Aug 1 325 4.42
0
177
180
170
279
325
1990
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015

Location & Environment

Geographic coordinates, comparative elevation, and environmental risk profile.

14th of 25

Relative rank among Tungawan's barangays by 2020 population.

12.4 m Elevation

Elevation profile, compared to the 69.3 m municipal median.

Barangay Santo Ni├▒o is located at approximately 7.5078, 122.3764 (7°30'28" N, 122°22'35" E) on Mindanao , roughly 12.4 meters above sea level.

Hazard Profile & Risk Context

Typhoon

Zamboanga Peninsula sits south of the usual tropical cyclone track and is struck far less often, though rare strong systems still occur.

Low
Earthquake

Zamboanga Peninsula 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 Santo Ni├▒o in municipality of Tungawan, province of Zamboanga Sibugay 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 Santo Ni├▒o
PSGC Code 0908316022
Population (2020) 1,556
Rank in Municipality 14th of 25
Coordinates 7.5078, 122.3764 (7°30'28" N, 122°22'35" E)
Elevation 12.4 m above sea level
City / Municipality Tungawan
ZIP Code 7018

Surrounding Area & Local Culture

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

Local Directory

Businesses & Services in Tungawan

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms serving Barangay Santo Ni├▒o and the wider Tungawan area.

12 Businesses Listed
Healthcare & Clinics

Angeles Medical Center Inc.

Rizal, Zamboanga Peninsula

Hotels & Accommodation

GIA's Place

Rizal, Zamboanga Peninsula

Retail & Shopping

SM City San Mateo

Rizal, Zamboanga Peninsula

Hotels & Accommodation

HilFrans Lodge Vigan

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Healthcare & Clinics

Rabara Clinic & Hospital

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Healthcare & Clinics

Rabara Clinic & Hospital - EMERGENCY

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Healthcare & Clinics

HERITAGE CORDILLERA VETERINARY CLINIC (The Animal Clinic)

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Healthcare & Clinics

Dr. Jhonson Zabat

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Healthcare & Clinics

Ilocos Clinical Laboratories, Inc.

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Healthcare & Clinics

TeraCare Clinic: Dr. Ben Paolo C. Rabara

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Healthcare & Clinics

RIBEANCA BUILDING

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Financial Services

Coral Quick Books Services

Rizal, Cagayan Valley

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Barangay Santo Ni├▒o located?

Barangay Santo Ni├▒o is a barangay in Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay, in the Zamboanga Peninsula (Region IX) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 0908316022 with ZIP code 7018, it had a 2020 Census population of 1,556. That makes it the 14th most populous of Tungawan's 25 barangays (3.2% of the municipal total of 48,013). It sits at about 12.4 m above sea level at coordinates 7.5078, 122.3764.

What is the population of Barangay Santo Ni├▒o?

1,556 as of the 2020 Census, the 14th largest of Tungawan's 25 barangays (3.2% of the municipal total).

What is the PSGC code of Barangay Santo Ni├▒o?

The PSGC code is 0908316022, a nine-digit identifier in the PSA classification.

What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santo Ni├▒o?

ZIP 7018, covering Tungawan and its barangays.

How many barangays does Tungawan have?

25 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.