"padron de la Feligresia"

I understand that the role of the "padron de la Feligresia" was as a census
taker for the parish, but I'm wondering if there is a better translation for
this title and if anyone can shed more light on the position. I note it
many times as a source in *Genealogia de Nochistlan Antiguo...* Thanks for
any enlightenment provided.

Raquel Ruiz
Massachusetts