Barangay Cambus-oc is a local government unit in Buenavista, Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 936 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Laurito Laure Tapalla(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cambus-oc · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Cambus-oc
Barangay Cambus-oc is a small barangay in the municipality of Buenavista, located in the province of Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cambus-oc had a population of 936. This made it the 13th largest of 35 barangays in Buenavista by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cambus-oc accounted for approximately 3.01% of the total population of Buenavista, which stood at 31,095 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 Cambus-oc changed from 868 to 936, a shift of +7.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Buenavista. Barangay Cambus-oc 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 35 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cambus-oc, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bohol, which contains 1,109 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cambus-oc ranks 569th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bohol is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Cambus-oc is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 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 Cambus-oc from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
718
—
—
2020 CPH
868
+150
+20.9%
2024 POPCEN
936
+68
+7.8%
2015–2020: +20.9% total (+3.87%/yr).2020–2024: +7.8% total (+1.90%/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
13thof 35
Among the upper half of Buenavista by population.
Share of Buenavista
3.0%
of the municipality's total 31,095 residents.
Rank in Bohol
569thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 49.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest 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 Cambus-oc
Where is Barangay Cambus-oc located?▾
Barangay Cambus-oc is a barangay in the municipality of Buenavista, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cambus-oc hall?▾
Barangay Cambus-oc is located in Buenavista, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cambus-oc?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cambus-oc is Laurito Laure Tapalla (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cambus-oc?▾
You can contact Barangay Cambus-oc via phone at 09857899583.
What municipality is Barangay Cambus-oc part of?▾
Barangay Cambus-oc is one of 35 barangays in the municipality of Buenavista, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cambus-oc urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cambus-oc 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 Cambus-oc.
Has the population of Barangay Cambus-oc been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cambus-oc went from 868 residents to 936 — a change of +7.8% 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 Cambus-oc in?▾
Barangay Cambus-oc is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Bohol, and is one of 35 barangays administered by Buenavista.
How many barangays are in Buenavista?▾
Buenavista has 35 barangays, including Barangay Cambus-oc. You can browse the full list on our Buenavista page.
How many residents does Barangay Cambus-oc have?▾
Barangay Cambus-oc had a population of 936 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cambus-oc?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Buenavista is 6333. 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 Cambus-oc, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cambus-oc was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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