Barangay La Paz is a barangay in Bayabas, Surigao Del Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Bayabas. It had a population of 2,473 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Eddie Betco Morse(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay La Paz · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay La Paz
Barangay La Paz is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Bayabas, located in the province of Surigao Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay La Paz had a population of 2,473. This made it the 1st largest of 7 barangays in Bayabas by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay La Paz accounted for approximately 27.43% 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 La Paz changed from 2,563 to 2,473, a shift of -3.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Bayabas. Barangay La Paz 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 La Paz, 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 La Paz ranks 75th 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 La Paz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,171
—
—
2020 CPH
2,563
+392
+18.1%
2024 POPCEN
2,473
-90
-3.5%
2015–2020: +18.1% total (+3.38%/yr).2020–2024: -3.5% total (-0.89%/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
1stof 7
Among the top 10% of Bayabas by population.
Share of Bayabas
27.4%
of the municipality's total 9,016 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
75thof 309
Province-wide percentile: 76.
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 La Paz
Where is Barangay La Paz located?▾
Barangay La Paz is a barangay in the municipality of Bayabas, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay La Paz hall?▾
Barangay La Paz 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 La Paz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay La Paz is Eddie Betco Morse (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay La Paz?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay La Paz 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 La Paz part of?▾
Barangay La Paz is one of 7 barangays in the municipality of Bayabas, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay La Paz urban or rural?▾
Barangay La Paz 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 La Paz.
Has the population of Barangay La Paz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay La Paz went from 2,563 residents to 2,473 — a change of -3.5% 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 La Paz in?▾
Barangay La Paz 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 La Paz. You can browse the full list on our Bayabas page.
How many residents does Barangay La Paz have?▾
Barangay La Paz had a population of 2,473 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay La Paz?▾
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 La Paz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay La Paz 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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