Barangay Tapol is a barangay in Baao, Camarines Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Baao. It had a population of 874 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Mentita Agapito Bersabal(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tapol · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Tapol
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Tapol is one of the administrative divisions of Baao in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tapol had a population of 874. This made it the 21st largest of 30 barangays in Baao by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tapol accounted for approximately 1.42% of the total population of Baao, which stood at 61,357 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 Tapol changed from 868 to 874, a shift of +0.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Baao. Barangay Tapol is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Baao is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tapol, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Camarines Sur, which contains 1,063 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tapol ranks 776th by 2024 POPCEN population. Camarines Sur 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 Tapol 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 Baao 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 Tapol from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
786
—
—
2020 CPH
868
+82
+10.4%
2024 POPCEN
874
+6
+0.7%
2015–2020: +10.4% total (+2.00%/yr).2020–2024: +0.7% total (+0.17%/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 Baao
21stof 30
Among the lower half of Baao by population.
Share of Baao
1.4%
of the municipality's total 61,357 residents.
Rank in Camarines Sur
776thof 1,063
Province-wide percentile: 27.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Baao (municipality) class
3rd
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 Tapol
Where is Barangay Tapol located?▾
Barangay Tapol is a barangay in the municipality of Baao, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tapol hall?▾
Barangay Tapol is located in Baao, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tapol?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tapol is Mentita Agapito Bersabal (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tapol?▾
You can contact Barangay Tapol via phone at 09083960844.
What municipality is Barangay Tapol part of?▾
Barangay Tapol is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Baao, Camarines Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tapol urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tapol 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 Baao?▾
Baao is classified as a 3rd 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 Tapol.
Has the population of Barangay Tapol been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tapol went from 868 residents to 874 — a change of +0.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Tapol in?▾
Barangay Tapol is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Camarines Sur, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Baao.
How many barangays are in Baao?▾
Baao has 30 barangays, including Barangay Tapol. You can browse the full list on our Baao page.
How many residents does Barangay Tapol have?▾
Barangay Tapol had a population of 874 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tapol?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Baao is 4432. 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 Tapol, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tapol 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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