Situated in the municipality of Babatngon, Leyte, Barangay Magcasuang is one of the administrative divisions of Eastern Visayas. It had a population of 616 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jelico Alvarez Alcaraz(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Magcasuang · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-0.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Magcasuang from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
617
—
—
2020 CPH
602
-15
-2.4%
2024 POPCEN
616
+14
+2.3%
2015–2020: -2.4% total (-0.49%/yr).2020–2024: +2.3% total (+0.58%/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 Babatngon
19thof 25
Among the lower half of Babatngon by population.
Share of Babatngon
2.1%
of the municipality's total 29,587 residents.
Rank in Leyte
1088thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 34.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Babatngon (municipality) class
4th*
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 Magcasuang
Barangay Magcasuang is a small barangay in the municipality of Babatngon, located in the province of Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Magcasuang had a population of 616. This made it the 19th largest of 25 barangays in Babatngon by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Magcasuang accounted for approximately 2.08% of the total population of Babatngon, which stood at 29,587 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Magcasuang moved from 602 residents to 616, an intercensal change of +2.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Magcasuang is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Babatngon is a municipality of 25 barangays, of which Barangay Magcasuang is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Magcasuang ranks 1088th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte 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 Babatngon 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 Magcasuang
Where is Barangay Magcasuang located?▾
Barangay Magcasuang is a barangay in the municipality of Babatngon, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Magcasuang hall?▾
Barangay Magcasuang is located in Babatngon, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Magcasuang?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Magcasuang is Jelico Alvarez Alcaraz (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Magcasuang?▾
You can contact Barangay Magcasuang via phone at 09166252144.
What municipality is Barangay Magcasuang part of?▾
Barangay Magcasuang is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Babatngon, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Magcasuang urban or rural?▾
Barangay Magcasuang 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 Babatngon?▾
Babatngon is classified as a 4th* 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 Magcasuang.
Has the population of Barangay Magcasuang been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Magcasuang went from 602 residents to 616 — a change of +2.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Magcasuang in?▾
Barangay Magcasuang is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Babatngon.
How many barangays are in Babatngon?▾
Babatngon has 25 barangays, including Barangay Magcasuang. You can browse the full list on our Babatngon page.
How many residents does Barangay Magcasuang have?▾
Barangay Magcasuang had a population of 616 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Magcasuang?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Babatngon is 6520. 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 Magcasuang, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Magcasuang was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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