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Punong Barangay
Conrado Espeleta Marasigan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cogon · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Cogon
Barangay Cogon forms part of Balilihan, a municipality in Bohol, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cogon had a population of 863. This made it the 5th largest of 31 barangays in Balilihan by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cogon accounted for approximately 4.37% of the total population of Balilihan, which stood at 19,747 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 748 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 863 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +15.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Cogon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Balilihan is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cogon, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bohol, which contains 1,109 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cogon ranks 624th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bohol 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 Cogon 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 Balilihan 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 Cogon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
774
—
—
2020 CPH
748
-26
-3.4%
2024 POPCEN
863
+115
+15.4%
2015–2020: -3.4% total (-0.68%/yr).2020–2024: +15.4% total (+3.64%/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 Balilihan
5thof 31
Among the top quartile of Balilihan by population.
Share of Balilihan
4.4%
of the municipality's total 19,747 residents.
Rank in Bohol
624thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 44.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Balilihan (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 Cogon
Where is Barangay Cogon located?▾
Barangay Cogon is a barangay in the municipality of Balilihan, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cogon hall?▾
Barangay Cogon is located in Balilihan, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cogon?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cogon is Conrado Espeleta Marasigan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cogon?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Cogon is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Balilihan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Cogon part of?▾
Barangay Cogon is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Balilihan, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cogon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cogon 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 Balilihan?▾
Balilihan 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 Cogon.
Has the population of Barangay Cogon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cogon went from 748 residents to 863 — a change of +15.4% 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 Cogon in?▾
Barangay Cogon is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Bohol, and is one of 31 barangays administered by Balilihan.
How many barangays are in Balilihan?▾
Balilihan has 31 barangays, including Barangay Cogon. You can browse the full list on our Balilihan page.
How many residents does Barangay Cogon have?▾
Barangay Cogon had a population of 863 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cogon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Balilihan is 6342. 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 Cogon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cogon 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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