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Punong Barangay
Kirsten Audrey Flores Sarmago(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lamacan · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-11.6% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Lamacan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,654
—
—
2020 CPH
2,662
+8
+0.3%
2024 POPCEN
2,347
-315
-11.8%
2015–2020: +0.3% total (+0.06%/yr).2020–2024: -11.8% total (-3.10%/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 Argao
11thof 45
Among the top quartile of Argao by population.
Share of Argao
3.0%
of the municipality's total 78,111 residents.
Rank in Cebu
596thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 51.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Argao (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.
About Barangay Lamacan
Situated in Argao, Cebu, Barangay Lamacan is one of 45 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lamacan had a population of 2,347. This made it the 11th largest of 45 barangays in Argao by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lamacan accounted for approximately 3.00% of the total population of Argao, which stood at 78,111 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,662 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,347 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -11.8%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Lamacan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Argao is a municipality of 45 barangays, of which Barangay Lamacan is one. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lamacan ranks 596th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Argao 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Lamacan
Where is Barangay Lamacan located?▾
Barangay Lamacan is a barangay in the municipality of Argao, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lamacan hall?▾
Barangay Lamacan is located in Argao, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lamacan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Lamacan is Kirsten Audrey Flores Sarmago (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Lamacan?▾
You can contact Barangay Lamacan via phone at 4858009.
What municipality is Barangay Lamacan part of?▾
Barangay Lamacan is one of 45 barangays in the municipality of Argao, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lamacan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lamacan 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 Argao?▾
Argao 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 Lamacan.
Has the population of Barangay Lamacan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lamacan went from 2,662 residents to 2,347 — a change of -11.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lamacan in?▾
Barangay Lamacan is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 45 barangays administered by Argao.
How many barangays are in Argao?▾
Argao has 45 barangays, including Barangay Lamacan. You can browse the full list on our Argao page.
How many residents does Barangay Lamacan have?▾
Barangay Lamacan had a population of 2,347 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lamacan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Argao is 6021. 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 Lamacan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lamacan was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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