Situated in the municipality of Buenavista, Marinduque, Barangay I (Pob.) is one of the administrative divisions of MIMAROPA Region. It had a population of 1,231 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Christian Castro Peralta(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay I (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay I (Pob.)
Barangay I (Pob.) is a small barangay in the municipality of Buenavista, located in the province of Marinduque, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay I (Pob.) had a population of 1,231. This made it the 9th largest of 15 barangays in Buenavista by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay I (Pob.) accounted for approximately 5.10% of the total population of Buenavista, which stood at 24,136 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 I (Pob.) changed from 1,367 to 1,231, a shift of -9.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Buenavista. Barangay I (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Buenavista is a municipality comprising 15 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay I (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Marinduque, which contains 218 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay I (Pob.) ranks 73rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Marinduque is classified as a 4th 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 Buenavista 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 I (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,255
—
—
2020 CPH
1,367
+112
+8.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,231
-136
-9.9%
2015–2020: +8.9% total (+1.72%/yr).2020–2024: -9.9% total (-2.59%/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 Buenavista
9thof 15
Among the lower half of Buenavista by population.
Share of Buenavista
5.1%
of the municipality's total 24,136 residents.
Rank in Marinduque
73rdof 218
Province-wide percentile: 67.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Buenavista (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 I (Pob.)
Where is Barangay I (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay I (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Buenavista, Marinduque, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay I (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay I (Pob.) is located in Buenavista, Marinduque, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay I (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay I (Pob.) is Christian Castro Peralta (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay I (Pob.)?▾
You can contact Barangay I (Pob.) via phone at 09814460110.
What municipality is Barangay I (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay I (Pob.) is one of 15 barangays in the municipality of Buenavista, Marinduque, Philippines.
Is Barangay I (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay I (Pob.) 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 Buenavista?▾
Buenavista 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 I (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay I (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay I (Pob.) went from 1,367 residents to 1,231 — a change of -9.9% 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 I (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay I (Pob.) is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Marinduque, and is one of 15 barangays administered by Buenavista.
How many barangays are in Buenavista?▾
Buenavista has 15 barangays, including Barangay I (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Buenavista page.
How many residents does Barangay I (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay I (Pob.) had a population of 1,231 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay I (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Buenavista is 8601. 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 I (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay I (Pob.) 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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