Barangay Luzong Norte is a local government unit in Bangar, La Union, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,367 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Cirilo Fernando Mortera Merin JR(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Luzong Norte · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+2.5% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Luzong Norte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,334
—
—
2020 CPH
1,247
-87
-6.5%
2024 POPCEN
1,367
+120
+9.6%
2015–2020: -6.5% total (-1.34%/yr).2020–2024: +9.6% total (+2.32%/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 Bangar
10thof 33
Among the upper half of Bangar by population.
Share of Bangar
3.6%
of the municipality's total 38,190 residents.
Rank in La Union
238thof 576
Province-wide percentile: 59.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Bangar (municipality) class
3rd
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.
About Barangay Luzong Norte
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Luzong Norte is one of the administrative divisions of Bangar in La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Luzong Norte had a population of 1,367. This made it the 10th largest of 33 barangays in Bangar by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Luzong Norte accounted for approximately 3.58% of the total population of Bangar, which stood at 38,190 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,247 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,367 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.6%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Luzong Norte is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bangar is a municipality of 33 barangays, of which Barangay Luzong Norte is one. Within the wider province of La Union, which contains 576 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Luzong Norte ranks 238th by 2024 POPCEN population. La Union is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Bangar 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Luzong Norte
Where is Barangay Luzong Norte located?▾
Barangay Luzong Norte is a barangay in the municipality of Bangar, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Luzong Norte hall?▾
Barangay Luzong Norte is located in Bangar, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Luzong Norte?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Luzong Norte is Cirilo Fernando Mortera Merin JR (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Luzong Norte?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Luzong Norte is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Bangar LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Luzong Norte part of?▾
Barangay Luzong Norte is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Bangar, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay Luzong Norte urban or rural?▾
Barangay Luzong Norte 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 Bangar?▾
Bangar is classified as a 3rd 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 Luzong Norte.
Has the population of Barangay Luzong Norte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Luzong Norte went from 1,247 residents to 1,367 — a change of +9.6% 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 Luzong Norte in?▾
Barangay Luzong Norte is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of La Union, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Bangar.
How many barangays are in Bangar?▾
Bangar has 33 barangays, including Barangay Luzong Norte. You can browse the full list on our Bangar page.
How many residents does Barangay Luzong Norte have?▾
Barangay Luzong Norte had a population of 1,367 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Luzong Norte?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bangar is 2519. 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 Luzong Norte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Luzong Norte was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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