Located in Balamban, Cebu, Barangay Cambuhawe is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Balamban. It had a population of 4,120 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rogelio O Mamado(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cambuhawe · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Cambuhawe
Barangay Cambuhawe forms part of Balamban, a municipality in Cebu, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cambuhawe had a population of 4,120. This made it the 8th largest of 28 barangays in Balamban by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cambuhawe accounted for approximately 4.20% of the total population of Balamban, which stood at 98,170 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 Cambuhawe changed from 3,760 to 4,120, a shift of +9.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Balamban. Barangay Cambuhawe is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Balamban is a municipality comprising 28 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cambuhawe, 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 Cambuhawe ranks 333rd 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.
Barangay Cambuhawe is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Balamban 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 Cambuhawe from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,374
—
—
2020 CPH
3,760
+386
+11.4%
2024 POPCEN
4,120
+360
+9.6%
2015–2020: +11.4% total (+2.19%/yr).2020–2024: +9.6% total (+2.31%/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 Balamban
8thof 28
Among the top quartile of Balamban by population.
Share of Balamban
4.2%
of the municipality's total 98,170 residents.
Rank in Cebu
333rdof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 72.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Balamban (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 Cambuhawe
Where is Barangay Cambuhawe located?▾
Barangay Cambuhawe is a barangay in the municipality of Balamban, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cambuhawe hall?▾
Barangay Cambuhawe is located in Balamban, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cambuhawe?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cambuhawe is Rogelio O Mamado (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cambuhawe?▾
You can contact Barangay Cambuhawe via phone at 09173256699.
What municipality is Barangay Cambuhawe part of?▾
Barangay Cambuhawe is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Balamban, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cambuhawe urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cambuhawe 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 Balamban?▾
Balamban 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 Cambuhawe.
Has the population of Barangay Cambuhawe been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cambuhawe went from 3,760 residents to 4,120 — a change of +9.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Cambuhawe in?▾
Barangay Cambuhawe 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 28 barangays administered by Balamban.
How many barangays are in Balamban?▾
Balamban has 28 barangays, including Barangay Cambuhawe. You can browse the full list on our Balamban page.
How many residents does Barangay Cambuhawe have?▾
Barangay Cambuhawe had a population of 4,120 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cambuhawe?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Balamban is 6041. 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 Cambuhawe, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cambuhawe 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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