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Punong Barangay
Jackson Buyayo Bu-ocan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ohaj · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Ohaj
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Ohaj is one of the administrative divisions of Banaue in Ifugao, CAR, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ohaj had a population of 842. This made it the 9th largest of 18 barangays in Banaue by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ohaj accounted for approximately 4.18% of the total population of Banaue, which stood at 20,143 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 Ohaj changed from 837 to 842, a shift of +0.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Banaue. Barangay Ohaj is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Banaue is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ohaj, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ifugao, which contains 176 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ohaj ranks 105th by 2024 POPCEN population. Ifugao is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Banaue 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 Ohaj from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
876
—
—
2020 CPH
837
-39
-4.5%
2024 POPCEN
842
+5
+0.6%
2015–2020: -4.5% total (-0.91%/yr).2020–2024: +0.6% total (+0.15%/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 Banaue
9thof 18
Among the upper half of Banaue by population.
Share of Banaue
4.2%
of the municipality's total 20,143 residents.
Rank in Ifugao
105thof 176
Province-wide percentile: 41.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Banaue (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 Ohaj
Where is Barangay Ohaj located?▾
Barangay Ohaj is a barangay in the municipality of Banaue, Ifugao, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ohaj hall?▾
Barangay Ohaj is located in Banaue, Ifugao, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ohaj?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ohaj is Jackson Buyayo Bu-ocan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ohaj?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Ohaj is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Banaue LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Ohaj part of?▾
Barangay Ohaj is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Banaue, Ifugao, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ohaj urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ohaj 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 Banaue?▾
Banaue 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 Ohaj.
Has the population of Barangay Ohaj been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ohaj went from 837 residents to 842 — a change of +0.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Ohaj in?▾
Barangay Ohaj is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Ifugao, and is one of 18 barangays administered by Banaue.
How many barangays are in Banaue?▾
Banaue has 18 barangays, including Barangay Ohaj. You can browse the full list on our Banaue page.
How many residents does Barangay Ohaj have?▾
Barangay Ohaj had a population of 842 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ohaj?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Banaue is 3601. 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 Ohaj, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ohaj 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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