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Punong Barangay
Baldomero Mendoza Alupani(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Baran · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Baran
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Baran is one of the administrative divisions of Ballesteros in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Baran had a population of 888. This made it the 18th largest of 19 barangays in Ballesteros by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Baran accounted for approximately 2.57% of the total population of Ballesteros, which stood at 34,562 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 Baran changed from 863 to 888, a shift of +2.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Ballesteros. Barangay Baran is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Ballesteros is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Baran, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Baran ranks 575th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan 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 Baran 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 Ballesteros 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 Baran from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
830
—
—
2020 CPH
863
+33
+4.0%
2024 POPCEN
888
+25
+2.9%
2015–2020: +4.0% total (+0.78%/yr).2020–2024: +2.9% total (+0.72%/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 Ballesteros
18thof 19
Among the smaller barangays of Ballesteros by population.
Share of Ballesteros
2.6%
of the municipality's total 34,562 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
575thof 820
Province-wide percentile: 30.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Ballesteros (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 Baran
Where is Barangay Baran located?▾
Barangay Baran is a barangay in the municipality of Ballesteros, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Baran hall?▾
Barangay Baran is located in Ballesteros, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Baran?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Baran is Baldomero Mendoza Alupani (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Baran?▾
You can contact Barangay Baran via phone at 09066824640.
What municipality is Barangay Baran part of?▾
Barangay Baran is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Ballesteros, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Baran urban or rural?▾
Barangay Baran 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 Ballesteros?▾
Ballesteros 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 Baran.
Has the population of Barangay Baran been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Baran went from 863 residents to 888 — a change of +2.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Baran in?▾
Barangay Baran is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Ballesteros.
How many barangays are in Ballesteros?▾
Ballesteros has 19 barangays, including Barangay Baran. You can browse the full list on our Ballesteros page.
How many residents does Barangay Baran have?▾
Barangay Baran had a population of 888 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Baran?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Ballesteros is 3516. 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 Baran, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Baran was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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