Barangay Bugang Norte is a barangay in Bilar, Bohol, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Bilar. It had a population of 766 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.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Bilar. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Gilberta Adlao Ancog(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bugang Norte · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bugang Norte
Barangay Bugang Norte forms part of Bilar, a municipality in Bohol, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bugang Norte had a population of 766. This made it the 12th largest of 19 barangays in Bilar by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bugang Norte accounted for approximately 4.06% of the total population of Bilar, which stood at 18,877 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bugang Norte moved from 705 residents to 766, an intercensal change of +8.7%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Bugang Norte is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bilar is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bugang Norte, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bohol, which contains 1,109 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bugang Norte ranks 709th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bohol 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 Bugang Norte 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 Bilar 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 Bugang Norte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
632
—
—
2020 CPH
705
+73
+11.6%
2024 POPCEN
766
+61
+8.7%
2015–2020: +11.6% total (+2.21%/yr).2020–2024: +8.7% total (+2.10%/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 Bilar
12thof 19
Among the lower half of Bilar by population.
Share of Bilar
4.1%
of the municipality's total 18,877 residents.
Rank in Bohol
709thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 36.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Bilar (municipality) class
4th
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Bugang Norte in Bilar during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bugang Norte
Where is Barangay Bugang Norte located?▾
Barangay Bugang Norte is a barangay in the municipality of Bilar, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bugang Norte hall?▾
Barangay Bugang Norte is located in Bilar, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bugang Norte?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bugang Norte is Gilberta Adlao Ancog (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bugang Norte?▾
You can contact Barangay Bugang Norte via phone at 09634494888.
What municipality is Barangay Bugang Norte part of?▾
Barangay Bugang Norte is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Bilar, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bugang Norte urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bugang 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 Bilar?▾
Bilar is classified as a 4th 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 Bugang Norte.
Has the population of Barangay Bugang Norte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bugang Norte went from 705 residents to 766 — a change of +8.7% 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 Bugang Norte in?▾
Barangay Bugang Norte is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Bohol, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Bilar.
How many barangays are in Bilar?▾
Bilar has 19 barangays, including Barangay Bugang Norte. You can browse the full list on our Bilar page.
How many residents does Barangay Bugang Norte have?▾
Barangay Bugang Norte had a population of 766 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bugang Norte?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bilar is 6317. 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 Bugang Norte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bugang Norte 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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