Barangay Lawa-an is a barangay in Abuyog, Leyte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Abuyog. It had a population of 412 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rey Pitogo Lauria(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lawa-an · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Lawa-an
Barangay Lawa-an is a very small barangay in the municipality of Abuyog, located in the province of Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lawa-an had a population of 412. This made it the 54th largest of 63 barangays in Abuyog by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lawa-an accounted for approximately 0.67% of the total population of Abuyog, which stood at 61,854 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Lawa-an changed from 377 to 412, a shift of +9.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Abuyog. Barangay Lawa-an 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 Lawa-an, 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 Lawa-an ranks 1344th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Lawa-an is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
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 Lawa-an from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
421
—
—
2020 CPH
377
-44
-10.5%
2024 POPCEN
412
+35
+9.3%
2015–2020: -10.5% total (-2.18%/yr).2020–2024: +9.3% total (+2.24%/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
54thof 63
Among the smaller barangays of Abuyog by population.
Share of Abuyog
0.67%
of the municipality's total 61,854 residents.
Rank in Leyte
1344thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 18.
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 Lawa-an
Where is Barangay Lawa-an located?▾
Barangay Lawa-an is a barangay in the municipality of Abuyog, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lawa-an hall?▾
Barangay Lawa-an 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 Lawa-an?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lawa-an is Rey Pitogo Lauria (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lawa-an?▾
You can contact Barangay Lawa-an via phone at 093859403040.
What municipality is Barangay Lawa-an part of?▾
Barangay Lawa-an is one of 63 barangays in the municipality of Abuyog, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lawa-an urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lawa-an 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 Lawa-an.
Has the population of Barangay Lawa-an been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lawa-an went from 377 residents to 412 — a change of +9.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lawa-an in?▾
Barangay Lawa-an 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 Lawa-an. You can browse the full list on our Abuyog page.
How many residents does Barangay Lawa-an have?▾
Barangay Lawa-an had a population of 412 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lawa-an?▾
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 Lawa-an, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lawa-an was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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