Barangay Baao is a barangay in Baleno, Masbate, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Baleno. It had a population of 517 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Baleno. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Thelma Gapul Esquilona(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Baao · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Baao
Situated in Baleno, Masbate, Barangay Baao is one of 24 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Baao had a population of 517. This made it the 21st largest of 24 barangays in Baleno by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Baao accounted for approximately 1.80% of the total population of Baleno, which stood at 28,787 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Baao moved from 528 residents to 517, an intercensal change of -2.1%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Baao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Baleno is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Baao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Baao ranks 517th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate 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 Baao 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 Baleno 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 Baao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
557
—
—
2020 CPH
528
-29
-5.2%
2024 POPCEN
517
-11
-2.1%
2015–2020: -5.2% total (-1.06%/yr).2020–2024: -2.1% total (-0.52%/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 Baleno
21stof 24
Among the smaller barangays of Baleno by population.
Share of Baleno
1.8%
of the municipality's total 28,787 residents.
Rank in Masbate
517thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 6.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Baleno (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 Baao
Where is Barangay Baao located?▾
Barangay Baao is a barangay in the municipality of Baleno, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Baao hall?▾
Barangay Baao is located in Baleno, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Baao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Baao is Thelma Gapul Esquilona (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Baao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Baao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Baleno LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Baao part of?▾
Barangay Baao is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Baleno, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Baao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Baao 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 Baleno?▾
Baleno 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 Baao.
Has the population of Barangay Baao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Baao went from 528 residents to 517 — a change of -2.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Baao in?▾
Barangay Baao is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Baleno.
How many barangays are in Baleno?▾
Baleno has 24 barangays, including Barangay Baao. You can browse the full list on our Baleno page.
How many residents does Barangay Baao have?▾
Barangay Baao had a population of 517 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Baao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Baleno is 5413. 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 Baao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Baao 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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