Barangay Tabayag is a local government unit in Argao, Cebu, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 818 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Bernardo Pacquiao Reyes(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tabayag · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Tabayag
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Tabayag is one of the administrative divisions of Argao in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tabayag had a population of 818. This made it the 35th largest of 45 barangays in Argao by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tabayag accounted for approximately 1.05% of the total population of Argao, which stood at 78,111 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 Tabayag changed from 983 to 818, a shift of -16.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Argao. Barangay Tabayag 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 comprising 45 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tabayag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tabayag ranks 1069th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Tabayag 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 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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Population history of Barangay Tabayag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
894
—
—
2020 CPH
983
+89
+10.0%
2024 POPCEN
818
-165
-16.8%
2015–2020: +10.0% total (+1.92%/yr).2020–2024: -16.8% total (-4.49%/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
35thof 45
Among the smaller barangays of Argao by population.
Share of Argao
1.0%
of the municipality's total 78,111 residents.
Rank in Cebu
1069thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 11.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Tabayag
Where is Barangay Tabayag located?▾
Barangay Tabayag is a barangay in the municipality of Argao, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tabayag hall?▾
Barangay Tabayag 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 Tabayag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tabayag is Bernardo Pacquiao Reyes (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tabayag?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tabayag is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Argao LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tabayag part of?▾
Barangay Tabayag is one of 45 barangays in the municipality of Argao, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tabayag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tabayag 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 Tabayag.
Has the population of Barangay Tabayag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tabayag went from 983 residents to 818 — a change of -16.8% 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 Tabayag in?▾
Barangay Tabayag 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 Tabayag. You can browse the full list on our Argao page.
How many residents does Barangay Tabayag have?▾
Barangay Tabayag had a population of 818 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tabayag?▾
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 Tabayag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tabayag 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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