Barangay Lutao is a barangay in Bacong, Negros Oriental, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Bacong. It had a population of 1,291 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Roberto Elnas Ventolero(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lutao · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Lutao
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Lutao is one of the administrative divisions of Bacong in Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lutao had a population of 1,291. This made it the 12th largest of 22 barangays in Bacong by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lutao accounted for approximately 2.94% of the total population of Bacong, which stood at 43,889 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Lutao moved from 1,298 residents to 1,291, an intercensal change of -0.5%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Lutao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bacong is a municipality comprising 22 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lutao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lutao ranks 400th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Bacong 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 Lutao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,181
—
—
2020 CPH
1,298
+117
+9.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,291
-7
-0.5%
2015–2020: +9.9% total (+1.91%/yr).2020–2024: -0.5% total (-0.14%/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 Bacong
12thof 22
Among the upper half of Bacong by population.
Share of Bacong
2.9%
of the municipality's total 43,889 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
400thof 557
Province-wide percentile: 28.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Bacong (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Lutao
Where is Barangay Lutao located?▾
Barangay Lutao is a barangay in the municipality of Bacong, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lutao hall?▾
Barangay Lutao is located in Bacong, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lutao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lutao is Roberto Elnas Ventolero (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lutao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lutao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Bacong LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lutao part of?▾
Barangay Lutao is one of 22 barangays in the municipality of Bacong, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lutao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lutao 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 Bacong?▾
Bacong 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 Lutao.
Has the population of Barangay Lutao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lutao went from 1,298 residents to 1,291 — a change of -0.5% 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 Lutao in?▾
Barangay Lutao is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 22 barangays administered by Bacong.
How many barangays are in Bacong?▾
Bacong has 22 barangays, including Barangay Lutao. You can browse the full list on our Bacong page.
How many residents does Barangay Lutao have?▾
Barangay Lutao had a population of 1,291 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lutao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bacong is 6216. 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 Lutao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lutao was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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