Barangay Busok is a barangay in Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Bagumbayan. It had a population of 3,520 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Veronica Palcis Debarbo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Busok · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Busok
Barangay Busok forms part of Bagumbayan, a municipality in Sultan Kudarat, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Busok had a population of 3,520. This made it the 8th largest of 19 barangays in Bagumbayan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Busok accounted for approximately 5.04% of the total population of Bagumbayan, which stood at 69,830 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,878 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,520 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -9.2%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Busok is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bagumbayan is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Busok, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sultan Kudarat, which contains 249 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Busok ranks 85th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sultan Kudarat 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 Busok 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 Bagumbayan 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 Busok from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,861
—
—
2020 CPH
3,878
+17
+0.4%
2024 POPCEN
3,520
-358
-9.2%
2015–2020: +0.4% total (+0.09%/yr).2020–2024: -9.2% total (-2.39%/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 Bagumbayan
8thof 19
Among the upper half of Bagumbayan by population.
Share of Bagumbayan
5.0%
of the municipality's total 69,830 residents.
Rank in Sultan Kudarat
85thof 249
Province-wide percentile: 66.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Bagumbayan (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 Busok
Where is Barangay Busok located?▾
Barangay Busok is a barangay in the municipality of Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Busok hall?▾
Barangay Busok is located in Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Busok?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Busok is Veronica Palcis Debarbo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Busok?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Busok is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Bagumbayan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Busok part of?▾
Barangay Busok is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat, Philippines.
Is Barangay Busok urban or rural?▾
Barangay Busok 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 Bagumbayan?▾
Bagumbayan 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 Busok.
Has the population of Barangay Busok been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Busok went from 3,878 residents to 3,520 — a change of -9.2% 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 Busok in?▾
Barangay Busok is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Sultan Kudarat, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Bagumbayan.
How many barangays are in Bagumbayan?▾
Bagumbayan has 19 barangays, including Barangay Busok. You can browse the full list on our Bagumbayan page.
How many residents does Barangay Busok have?▾
Barangay Busok had a population of 3,520 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Busok?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bagumbayan is 9810. 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 Busok, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Busok 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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