BARANGAYS
Home to the Indigenous people called “Yapayaos”, Barangay Cadongdongan is a culturally oriented community and is one of the most visited barangays due to its natural beauty perfect for tourism activities such as the Goron River, Puddad River, Sinolo River, and Bunot Bridge. Its pristine rivers that flow from the mountain ranges of the Cordillera are home to an abundant variety of freshwater fish called ‘lames’.
Punong Barangay: OSCAR C. GUMPAD
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- JAYRON A. TAGGAOA
- JOMAR D. CORPUZ
- MARCELINO A. SACUNAN
- FRANCIS L. BALANAY
- AMANTE B. AGLENNED
- NORMA P. ALBAC
- JESUS NOEL P. BUMAGAT JR.
SK Chairperson: RAVEN A. MATIAS
Along the national highway is the Barangay Capacuan which name comes from the endemic edible fern called ‘pako’. A thriving agricultural community where farmers take part in various agricultural organizations called ‘sanjera’. Due to its abundant land area for production, private and community-owned farms are developed to sustain food security for the community.
Punong Barangay: SALVADOR D. MIRALLES
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- MAYROSE P. FLORES
- JOEL G. BUENAVISTA
- ROGER A. IBE
- LORNA C. AGMATA
- ARTHUR T. MATULIN
- JACKSON R. TOMAS
- FREDDIE G. LUMABAO
SK Chairperson: JEWEL KITSTEN A. CASTILLO
Situated in the población area, Barangay Centro 01 holds various religious facilities such as the St. Isidore Parish, Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ, Iglesia ni Cristo, Born Again, and Heritage Bible Baptist Church. Likewise, it holds the LGU’s health facilities such as the Animal Bite Center, Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (BEMONC), and the Super Health Center. It is a thriving business-friendly community of MSMEs.
Punong Barangay: CHARLIE R. BANGLOY
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- LURWIN DAVE P. GAWING
- JOVE C. RAGSAC
- JOMAR D. AGAMANOS
- DANTE O. LLAPITAN
- EDWIN V. ABUCAY
- FELIMAR T. BUGARIN
- DYSEBEL R. ANCHETA
SK Chairperson: KRIZELLE ANN A. TABIEROS
A center of commerce and events, Barangay Centro 02 is located in the población area where government facilities are mostly located such as the municipal town hall, public market, gymnasium, commercial buildings, gamet processing center, and sarakat weaving center and display.
Punong Barangay: RODEL A. AGUINALDO
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- JULIET B. AGUINALDO
- EMERALDA B. DALIRE
- REYNANTE A. SAMIANO
- PERLITA S. SICANGCO
- FREDDIE A. MARUQUIN
- CLEFORD V. CASTILLO
- REYMEL R. BUGARIN
SK Chairperson: RALPH KENNETH B. AGUINALDO
One of the remote barangays of Santa Praxedes is the barangay Macatel. Though it has a large land area compared to other barangays, it has a low population density. Since majority of the land is forest zone, natural attractions such as the Macatel Falls continue to generate income for the community, allowing them to appreciate the mundane life accompanied by the comfort of nature.
Punong Barangay: MARY-VIC I. BADUA
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- JIMMY V. MANEGDEG
- TEDDIE R. TAGALICUD
- EMERSON Q. MARTINEZ
- ELPIDIO I. DALIM
- HERALD R. AGCAOILI
- SONIA B. FAILOGNA
- JOVENCITA P. SINGGI
SK Chairperson: APRIL JOHN C. PADASDAO
Home to the tourism gem of Santa Praxedes – the Portabaga Falls Park & Resort, Barangay Portabaga is also a home to hardworking farmers. This along-the-national-road community is also known for its cuisine expertise where local dishes are made special making one savor the flavors of staple and exotic food. One key secret to uncovering this gastronomic experience is immersing oneself in the local community.
Punong Barangay: NESTOR B. CARPIO
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- ARNEL A. BALIGAD
- ARTEMIO D. DUQUE JR.
- WARREN D. DUQUE
- MARICEL P. BALANAY
- RODER D. TAGALICUD
- GERALD P. RIVERA
- JORRY T. MALAPIT
SK Chairperson: DAYRYLL KIAN R. DALUSON
Situated where the farm fields and mountains meet, Barangay Salongsong gives an arcadian vibe of community where members live in the comfort of farm and pastoral life. Across its rivers are a wide range variety of flora and fauna living in harmony with the hidden waterfalls of Kimmattigid, the rivers of Kawkawat, and the Tagtagnan Falls.
Punong Barangay: SANIATA D. PASCUA
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- VENUS A. APDON
- ELIZABETH C. SALINO
- FREDDIE A. DADUYU
- GERRY R. GAWING
- LUDIVINA M. LUMABAO
- ELMER T. GRANDE
SK Chairperson: JHON MARK G. CASTILLO
Barangay San Juan is the gateway barangay of Santa Praxedes when traveling from the Ilocos Region. It takes pride in its breathtaking viewpoints such as the Santa Praxedes View Deck and Mingay View Deck, pristine beaches such as the Mingay Beach, pebbly coves such as the Kimmansir and Nanaplaan, marine life sanctuaries, majestic rock formations, littoral caves, and the source of the dubbed black gold seaweed ‘gamet’. A home of strong-willed fisherfolks contributing to the food security of the community.
Punong Barangay: LAURENCE C. BALOALOA
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- THELMA B. CASEM
- GRACE M. GUBATAN
- RANILO R. MONTALA
- JENSON A. PAGALA
- FELIPE R. AGUINALDO
- CHERRYL A. JOSE
- ADORACION S. AGUILLO
SK Chairperson: ACE S. AGUILLO
An emerging tourism destination largely contributing to the tourism arrivals of the community, Barangay San Miguel takes pride in its Lettak River – a clear flowing river that attracts visitors for a place of celebration or just a simple gathering. It also holds hidden waterfalls like the Tuaoen Falls.
Punong Barangay: BEBERLYN C. TANGONAN
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- CHERILYN F. MANIBOG
- JOSEPH T. PANCHO
- JOSHUA S. PANCHO
- RONIE B. ADATAN
- RABILLYN C. CORPUZ
- EUGENIA C. ALCON
- URBANO M. LADERA
SK Chairperson: FELIMON C. TANGONAN JR.
Home of the tri-basin waterfalls and one of the highest waterfalls in Santa Praxedes is the Barangay Sicul. Situated across the Cadcadir river within the farm fields, Sicul offers a rustic life but endless nature adventure where hiking activities are being welcomed to appreciate the beauty of Likid Falls and Bundor Falls.
Punong Barangay: GEORGE L. MANIBOG
Sangguniang Barangay Member:
- ALBERT A. LAGUNDINO
- CHRISTIAN T. CAMADO
- JOHNNY L. MANIBOG
- DELIA A. GAUDI
- MARICRIS D. AQUINO
- JIMMY L. MANIBOG
- JOCKER Q. VALDEZ
SK Chairperson: MARICRIS C. LAGUNDINO