Barangay Balete (Pob.) is a local government unit in Bayabas, Surigao Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 803 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Elvy Boniao Jucom(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balete (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Balete (Pob.)
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Balete (Pob.) is one of the administrative divisions of Bayabas in Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balete (Pob.) had a population of 803. This made it the 6th largest of 7 barangays in Bayabas by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balete (Pob.) accounted for approximately 8.91% of the total population of Bayabas, which stood at 9,016 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 Balete (Pob.) changed from 752 to 803, a shift of +6.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Bayabas. Barangay Balete (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bayabas is a municipality comprising 7 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balete (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Sur, which contains 309 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balete (Pob.) ranks 261st by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Sur is classified as a 1st 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 Bayabas 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 Balete (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
781
—
—
2020 CPH
752
-29
-3.7%
2024 POPCEN
803
+51
+6.8%
2015–2020: -3.7% total (-0.75%/yr).2020–2024: +6.8% total (+1.65%/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 Bayabas
6thof 7
Among the lower half of Bayabas by population.
Share of Bayabas
8.9%
of the municipality's total 9,016 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
261stof 309
Province-wide percentile: 16.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Bayabas (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 Balete (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Balete (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Balete (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Bayabas, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balete (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Balete (Pob.) is located in Bayabas, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balete (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balete (Pob.) is Elvy Boniao Jucom (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balete (Pob.)?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Balete (Pob.) is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Bayabas LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Balete (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Balete (Pob.) is one of 7 barangays in the municipality of Bayabas, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balete (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balete (Pob.) 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 Bayabas?▾
Bayabas 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 Balete (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Balete (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balete (Pob.) went from 752 residents to 803 — a change of +6.8% 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 Balete (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Balete (Pob.) is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Sur, and is one of 7 barangays administered by Bayabas.
How many barangays are in Bayabas?▾
Bayabas has 7 barangays, including Barangay Balete (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Bayabas page.
How many residents does Barangay Balete (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Balete (Pob.) had a population of 803 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balete (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bayabas is 8303. 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 Balete (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balete (Pob.) 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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