Barangay Magsija is a local government unit in Balilihan, Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 677 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ric Hinay Ocliasa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Magsija · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Magsija
Barangay Magsija is a small barangay in the municipality of Balilihan, located in the province of Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Magsija had a population of 677. This made it the 15th largest of 31 barangays in Balilihan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Magsija accounted for approximately 3.43% of the total population of Balilihan, which stood at 19,747 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Magsija moved from 632 residents to 677, an intercensal change of +7.1%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Magsija 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 Magsija, 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 Magsija ranks 780th 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 Magsija 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 Magsija from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
611
—
—
2020 CPH
632
+21
+3.4%
2024 POPCEN
677
+45
+7.1%
2015–2020: +3.4% total (+0.68%/yr).2020–2024: +7.1% total (+1.73%/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
15thof 31
Among the upper half of Balilihan by population.
Share of Balilihan
3.4%
of the municipality's total 19,747 residents.
Rank in Bohol
780thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 30.
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 Magsija
Where is Barangay Magsija located?▾
Barangay Magsija is a barangay in the municipality of Balilihan, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Magsija hall?▾
Barangay Magsija 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 Magsija?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Magsija is Ric Hinay Ocliasa (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Magsija?▾
You can contact Barangay Magsija via phone at 09508145046.
What municipality is Barangay Magsija part of?▾
Barangay Magsija is one of 31 barangays in the municipality of Balilihan, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Magsija urban or rural?▾
Barangay Magsija 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 Magsija.
Has the population of Barangay Magsija been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Magsija went from 632 residents to 677 — a change of +7.1% 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 Magsija in?▾
Barangay Magsija 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 Magsija. You can browse the full list on our Balilihan page.
How many residents does Barangay Magsija have?▾
Barangay Magsija had a population of 677 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Magsija?▾
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 Magsija, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Magsija 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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