Located in Abuyog, Leyte, Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is one of 63 barangays in the municipality of Abuyog. It had a population of 2,045 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Melissa Pensona Verona(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buntay (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Buntay (Pob.)
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is one of the administrative divisions of Abuyog in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buntay (Pob.) had a population of 2,045. This made it the 6th largest of 63 barangays in Abuyog by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buntay (Pob.) accounted for approximately 3.31% of the total population of Abuyog, which stood at 61,854 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Buntay (Pob.) moved from 2,114 residents to 2,045, an intercensal change of -3.3%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Abuyog is a municipality comprising 63 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buntay (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buntay (Pob.) ranks 265th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Abuyog or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Buntay (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,133
—
—
2020 CPH
2,114
-19
-0.9%
2024 POPCEN
2,045
-69
-3.3%
2015–2020: -0.9% total (-0.18%/yr).2020–2024: -3.3% total (-0.83%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in Abuyog
6thof 63
Among the top 10% of Abuyog by population.
Share of Abuyog
3.3%
of the municipality's total 61,854 residents.
Rank in Leyte
265thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 84.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Abuyog (municipality) class
1st*
Parent municipality income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buntay (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Buntay (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Abuyog, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buntay (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is located in Abuyog, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buntay (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is Melissa Pensona Verona (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buntay (Pob.)?▾
You can contact Barangay Buntay (Pob.) via phone at 09454365569.
What municipality is Barangay Buntay (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is one of 63 barangays in the municipality of Abuyog, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buntay (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is officially classified as rural by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Rural classification is applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use — often agricultural, coastal, or upland areas with more dispersed housing.
What is the income classification of Abuyog?▾
Abuyog is classified as a 1st* by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Buntay (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Buntay (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buntay (Pob.) went from 2,114 residents to 2,045 — a change of -3.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Buntay (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Buntay (Pob.) is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 63 barangays administered by Abuyog.
How many barangays are in Abuyog?▾
Abuyog has 63 barangays, including Barangay Buntay (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Abuyog page.
How many residents does Barangay Buntay (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Buntay (Pob.) had a population of 2,045 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buntay (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Abuyog is 6510. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Buntay (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buntay (Pob.) was last updated on 2026-05-24. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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