Barangay Lawgawan is a local government unit in Bontoc, Southern Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 171 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Moralito Colis Tinga(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lawgawan · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-6.0% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Lawgawan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
182
—
—
2020 CPH
111
-71
-39.0%
2024 POPCEN
171
+60
+54.1%
2015–2020: -39.0% total (-9.42%/yr).2020–2024: +54.1% total (+11.41%/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 Bontoc
37thof 40
Among the smaller barangays of Bontoc by population.
Share of Bontoc
0.53%
of the municipality's total 32,082 residents.
Rank in Southern Leyte
485thof 500
Province-wide percentile: 3.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Bontoc (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.
About Barangay Lawgawan
Barangay Lawgawan is a very small barangay in the municipality of Bontoc, located in the province of Southern Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lawgawan had a population of 171. This made it the 37th largest of 40 barangays in Bontoc by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lawgawan accounted for approximately 0.53% of the total population of Bontoc, which stood at 32,082 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 111 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 171 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +54.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Lawgawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Bontoc is a municipality of 40 barangays, of which Barangay Lawgawan is one. Within the wider province of Southern Leyte, which contains 500 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lawgawan ranks 485th by 2024 POPCEN population. Southern Leyte is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Bontoc 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Lawgawan
Where is Barangay Lawgawan located?▾
Barangay Lawgawan is a barangay in the municipality of Bontoc, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lawgawan hall?▾
Barangay Lawgawan is located in Bontoc, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lawgawan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Lawgawan is Moralito Colis Tinga (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Lawgawan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lawgawan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Bontoc LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lawgawan part of?▾
Barangay Lawgawan is one of 40 barangays in the municipality of Bontoc, Southern Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lawgawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lawgawan 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 Bontoc?▾
Bontoc 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 Lawgawan.
Has the population of Barangay Lawgawan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lawgawan went from 111 residents to 171 — a change of +54.1% 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 Lawgawan in?▾
Barangay Lawgawan is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Southern Leyte, and is one of 40 barangays administered by Bontoc.
How many barangays are in Bontoc?▾
Bontoc has 40 barangays, including Barangay Lawgawan. You can browse the full list on our Bontoc page.
How many residents does Barangay Lawgawan have?▾
Barangay Lawgawan had a population of 171 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lawgawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bontoc is 6604. 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 Lawgawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lawgawan was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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