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Punong Barangay
Luisa Fernandez Delorino(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Jose P. Laurel · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Jose P. Laurel
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Jose P. Laurel is one of the administrative divisions of Bobon in Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Jose P. Laurel had a population of 292. This made it the 18th largest of 18 barangays in Bobon by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Jose P. Laurel accounted for approximately 1.07% of the total population of Bobon, which stood at 27,266 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 Jose P. Laurel changed from 586 to 292, a shift of -50.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Bobon. Barangay Jose P. Laurel is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bobon is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Jose P. Laurel, 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 Jose P. Laurel ranks 524th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Jose P. Laurel 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 Bobon 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 Jose P. Laurel from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
525
—
—
2020 CPH
586
+61
+11.6%
2024 POPCEN
292
-294
-50.2%
2015–2020: +11.6% total (+2.22%/yr).2020–2024: -50.2% total (-15.98%/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 Bobon
18thof 18
Among the smaller barangays of Bobon by population.
Share of Bobon
1.1%
of the municipality's total 27,266 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
524thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 8.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Bobon (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Jose P. Laurel
Where is Barangay Jose P. Laurel located?▾
Barangay Jose P. Laurel is a barangay in the municipality of Bobon, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Jose P. Laurel hall?▾
Barangay Jose P. Laurel is located in Bobon, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Jose P. Laurel?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Jose P. Laurel is Luisa Fernandez Delorino (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Jose P. Laurel?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Jose P. Laurel is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Bobon LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Jose P. Laurel part of?▾
Barangay Jose P. Laurel is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Bobon, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Jose P. Laurel urban or rural?▾
Barangay Jose P. Laurel 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 Bobon?▾
Bobon 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 Jose P. Laurel.
Has the population of Barangay Jose P. Laurel been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Jose P. Laurel went from 586 residents to 292 — a change of -50.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Jose P. Laurel in?▾
Barangay Jose P. Laurel 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 18 barangays administered by Bobon.
How many barangays are in Bobon?▾
Bobon has 18 barangays, including Barangay Jose P. Laurel. You can browse the full list on our Bobon page.
How many residents does Barangay Jose P. Laurel have?▾
Barangay Jose P. Laurel had a population of 292 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Jose P. Laurel?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bobon is 6401. 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 Jose P. Laurel, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Jose P. Laurel 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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