Located in Boljoon, Cebu, Barangay Lower Becerril is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Boljoon. It had a population of 1,251 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Leandro Villareal Fuentes(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lower Becerril · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Lower Becerril
Barangay Lower Becerril is a small barangay in the municipality of Boljoon, located in the province of Cebu, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lower Becerril had a population of 1,251. This made it the 5th largest of 11 barangays in Boljoon by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lower Becerril accounted for approximately 7.29% of the total population of Boljoon, which stood at 17,153 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 Lower Becerril changed from 1,563 to 1,251, a shift of -20.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Boljoon. Barangay Lower Becerril is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Boljoon is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lower Becerril, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lower Becerril ranks 906th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu 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 Lower Becerril 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 Boljoon 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 Lower Becerril from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,297
—
—
2020 CPH
1,563
+266
+20.5%
2024 POPCEN
1,251
-312
-20.0%
2015–2020: +20.5% total (+3.80%/yr).2020–2024: -20.0% total (-5.41%/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 Boljoon
5thof 11
Among the upper half of Boljoon by population.
Share of Boljoon
7.3%
of the municipality's total 17,153 residents.
Rank in Cebu
906thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 25.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Boljoon (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 Lower Becerril
Where is Barangay Lower Becerril located?▾
Barangay Lower Becerril is a barangay in the municipality of Boljoon, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lower Becerril hall?▾
Barangay Lower Becerril is located in Boljoon, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Becerril?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Becerril is Leandro Villareal Fuentes (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lower Becerril?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lower Becerril is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Boljoon LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lower Becerril part of?▾
Barangay Lower Becerril is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Boljoon, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lower Becerril urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lower Becerril 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 Boljoon?▾
Boljoon 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 Lower Becerril.
Has the population of Barangay Lower Becerril been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lower Becerril went from 1,563 residents to 1,251 — a change of -20.0% 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 Lower Becerril in?▾
Barangay Lower Becerril is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Boljoon.
How many barangays are in Boljoon?▾
Boljoon has 11 barangays, including Barangay Lower Becerril. You can browse the full list on our Boljoon page.
How many residents does Barangay Lower Becerril have?▾
Barangay Lower Becerril had a population of 1,251 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lower Becerril?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Boljoon is 6024. 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 Lower Becerril, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lower Becerril was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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