Located in Biri, Northern Samar, Barangay MacArthur is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Biri. It had a population of 539 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Marlon Isuga Buna(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay MacArthur · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay MacArthur
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay MacArthur is one of the administrative divisions of Biri in Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay MacArthur had a population of 539. This made it the 8th largest of 8 barangays in Biri by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay MacArthur accounted for approximately 4.90% of the total population of Biri, which stood at 11,005 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 547 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 539 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -1.5%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay MacArthur is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Biri is a municipality comprising 8 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay MacArthur, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay MacArthur ranks 400th by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern Samar is classified as a 2nd 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 Biri 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 MacArthur from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
525
—
—
2020 CPH
547
+22
+4.2%
2024 POPCEN
539
-8
-1.5%
2015–2020: +4.2% total (+0.82%/yr).2020–2024: -1.5% total (-0.37%/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 Biri
8thof 8
Among the smaller barangays of Biri by population.
Share of Biri
4.9%
of the municipality's total 11,005 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
400thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 30.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Biri (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay MacArthur in Biri during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay MacArthur
Where is Barangay MacArthur located?▾
Barangay MacArthur is a barangay in the municipality of Biri, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay MacArthur hall?▾
Barangay MacArthur is located in Biri, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay MacArthur?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay MacArthur is Marlon Isuga Buna (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay MacArthur?▾
You can contact Barangay MacArthur via phone at 09387715295.
What municipality is Barangay MacArthur part of?▾
Barangay MacArthur is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Biri, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay MacArthur urban or rural?▾
Barangay MacArthur 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 Biri?▾
Biri 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 MacArthur.
Has the population of Barangay MacArthur been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay MacArthur went from 547 residents to 539 — a change of -1.5% 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 MacArthur in?▾
Barangay MacArthur is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 8 barangays administered by Biri.
How many barangays are in Biri?▾
Biri has 8 barangays, including Barangay MacArthur. You can browse the full list on our Biri page.
How many residents does Barangay MacArthur have?▾
Barangay MacArthur had a population of 539 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay MacArthur?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Biri is 6410. 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 MacArthur, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay MacArthur was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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