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Punong Barangay
Edgar Estrada Tanael(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Puraran · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Puraran
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Puraran is one of the administrative divisions of Baras in Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Puraran had a population of 411. This made it the 12th largest of 29 barangays in Baras by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Puraran accounted for approximately 3.16% of the total population of Baras, which stood at 12,992 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 Puraran changed from 418 to 411, a shift of -1.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Baras. Barangay Puraran is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Baras is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Puraran, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Catanduanes, which contains 315 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Puraran ranks 236th by 2024 POPCEN population. Catanduanes is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Puraran is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Baras 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 Puraran from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
336
—
—
2020 CPH
418
+82
+24.4%
2024 POPCEN
411
-7
-1.7%
2015–2020: +24.4% total (+4.46%/yr).2020–2024: -1.7% total (-0.42%/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 Baras
12thof 29
Among the upper half of Baras by population.
Share of Baras
3.2%
of the municipality's total 12,992 residents.
Rank in Catanduanes
236thof 315
Province-wide percentile: 25.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Baras (municipality) class
5th
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 Puraran
Where is Barangay Puraran located?▾
Barangay Puraran is a barangay in the municipality of Baras, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Puraran hall?▾
Barangay Puraran is located in Baras, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Puraran?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Puraran is Edgar Estrada Tanael (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Puraran?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Puraran is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Baras LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Puraran part of?▾
Barangay Puraran is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Baras, Catanduanes, Philippines.
Is Barangay Puraran urban or rural?▾
Barangay Puraran 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 Baras?▾
Baras is classified as a 5th 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 Puraran.
Has the population of Barangay Puraran been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Puraran went from 418 residents to 411 — a change of -1.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Puraran in?▾
Barangay Puraran is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Catanduanes, and is one of 29 barangays administered by Baras.
How many barangays are in Baras?▾
Baras has 29 barangays, including Barangay Puraran. You can browse the full list on our Baras page.
How many residents does Barangay Puraran have?▾
Barangay Puraran had a population of 411 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Puraran?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Baras is 4803. 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 Puraran, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Puraran was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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