Situated in the municipality of Alegria, Surigao Del Norte, Barangay Budlingin is one of the administrative divisions of Caraga. It had a population of 730 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Myrna Cabil Mamado(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Budlingin · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Budlingin
Barangay Budlingin is a small barangay in the municipality of Alegria, located in the province of Surigao Del Norte, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Budlingin had a population of 730. This made it the 10th largest of 12 barangays in Alegria by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Budlingin accounted for approximately 4.09% of the total population of Alegria, which stood at 17,846 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 634 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 730 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +15.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Budlingin is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Alegria is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Budlingin, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Budlingin ranks 237th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Budlingin is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Alegria 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 Budlingin from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
630
—
—
2020 CPH
634
+4
+0.6%
2024 POPCEN
730
+96
+15.1%
2015–2020: +0.6% total (+0.13%/yr).2020–2024: +15.1% total (+3.59%/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 Alegria
10thof 12
Among the lower half of Alegria by population.
Share of Alegria
4.1%
of the municipality's total 17,846 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
237thof 335
Province-wide percentile: 30.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Alegria (municipality) class
5th
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 Budlingin
Where is Barangay Budlingin located?▾
Barangay Budlingin is a barangay in the municipality of Alegria, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Budlingin hall?▾
Barangay Budlingin is located in Alegria, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Budlingin?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Budlingin is Myrna Cabil Mamado (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Budlingin?▾
You can contact Barangay Budlingin via phone at 09678043415.
What municipality is Barangay Budlingin part of?▾
Barangay Budlingin is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Alegria, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Budlingin urban or rural?▾
Barangay Budlingin 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 Alegria?▾
Alegria is classified as a 5th 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 Budlingin.
Has the population of Barangay Budlingin been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Budlingin went from 634 residents to 730 — a change of +15.1% 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 Budlingin in?▾
Barangay Budlingin is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Alegria.
How many barangays are in Alegria?▾
Alegria has 12 barangays, including Barangay Budlingin. You can browse the full list on our Alegria page.
How many residents does Barangay Budlingin have?▾
Barangay Budlingin had a population of 730 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Budlingin?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Alegria is 8425. 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 Budlingin, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Budlingin was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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