Situated in the municipality of Anahawan, Southern Leyte, Barangay Tagup-on is one of the administrative divisions of Eastern Visayas. It had a population of 997 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Victor Barug Luib(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tagup-on · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Tagup-on
Barangay Tagup-on is a small barangay in the municipality of Anahawan, located in the province of Southern Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tagup-on had a population of 997. This made it the 2nd largest of 14 barangays in Anahawan by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tagup-on accounted for approximately 11.37% of the total population of Anahawan, which stood at 8,766 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 Tagup-on changed from 1,022 to 997, a shift of -2.4% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Anahawan. Barangay Tagup-on is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Anahawan is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tagup-on, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Southern Leyte, which contains 500 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tagup-on ranks 148th by 2024 POPCEN population. Southern Leyte is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Tagup-on 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 Anahawan 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 Tagup-on from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,009
—
—
2020 CPH
1,022
+13
+1.3%
2024 POPCEN
997
-25
-2.4%
2015–2020: +1.3% total (+0.26%/yr).2020–2024: -2.4% total (-0.62%/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 Anahawan
2ndof 14
Among the top 10% of Anahawan by population.
Share of Anahawan
11.4%
of the municipality's total 8,766 residents.
Rank in Southern Leyte
148thof 500
Province-wide percentile: 71.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Anahawan (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 Tagup-on
Where is Barangay Tagup-on located?▾
Barangay Tagup-on is a barangay in the municipality of Anahawan, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tagup-on hall?▾
Barangay Tagup-on is located in Anahawan, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tagup-on?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tagup-on is Victor Barug Luib (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tagup-on?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tagup-on is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Anahawan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tagup-on part of?▾
Barangay Tagup-on is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Anahawan, Southern Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tagup-on urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tagup-on 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 Anahawan?▾
Anahawan 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 Tagup-on.
Has the population of Barangay Tagup-on been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tagup-on went from 1,022 residents to 997 — a change of -2.4% 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 Tagup-on in?▾
Barangay Tagup-on is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Southern Leyte, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Anahawan.
How many barangays are in Anahawan?▾
Anahawan has 14 barangays, including Barangay Tagup-on. You can browse the full list on our Anahawan page.
How many residents does Barangay Tagup-on have?▾
Barangay Tagup-on had a population of 997 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tagup-on?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Anahawan is 6610. 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 Tagup-on, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tagup-on 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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