Barangay Balao is a barangay in Barili, Cebu, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Barili. It had a population of 3,063 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
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Punong Barangay
Vergilio Caray Ricabo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balao · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Balao
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Balao is one of the administrative divisions of Barili in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balao had a population of 3,063. This made it the 5th largest of 42 barangays in Barili by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balao accounted for approximately 3.72% of the total population of Barili, which stood at 82,427 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,871 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,063 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +6.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Balao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Barili is a municipality comprising 42 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balao ranks 452nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu 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 Balao 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 Barili 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 Balao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,446
—
—
2020 CPH
2,871
+425
+17.4%
2024 POPCEN
3,063
+192
+6.7%
2015–2020: +17.4% total (+3.26%/yr).2020–2024: +6.7% total (+1.63%/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 Barili
5thof 42
Among the top 10% of Barili by population.
Share of Barili
3.7%
of the municipality's total 82,427 residents.
Rank in Cebu
452ndof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 63.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Barili (municipality) class
2nd
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 Balao
Where is Barangay Balao located?▾
Barangay Balao is a barangay in the municipality of Barili, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balao hall?▾
Barangay Balao is located in Barili, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balao is Vergilio Caray Ricabo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Balao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Barili LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Balao part of?▾
Barangay Balao is one of 42 barangays in the municipality of Barili, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balao 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 Barili?▾
Barili is classified as a 2nd 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 Balao.
Has the population of Barangay Balao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balao went from 2,871 residents to 3,063 — a change of +6.7% 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 Balao in?▾
Barangay Balao is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 42 barangays administered by Barili.
How many barangays are in Barili?▾
Barili has 42 barangays, including Barangay Balao. You can browse the full list on our Barili page.
How many residents does Barangay Balao have?▾
Barangay Balao had a population of 3,063 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Barili is 6036. 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 Balao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balao was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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