Barangay Lower Olave is a local government unit in Buenavista, Agusan Del Norte, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,979 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jerry Daal Escobilla(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lower Olave · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Lower Olave
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Lower Olave is one of the administrative divisions of Buenavista in Agusan Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lower Olave had a population of 1,979. This made it the 15th largest of 25 barangays in Buenavista by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lower Olave accounted for approximately 2.80% of the total population of Buenavista, which stood at 70,691 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 Olave changed from 1,906 to 1,979, a shift of +3.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Buenavista. Barangay Lower Olave 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 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lower Olave, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Agusan Del Norte, which contains 253 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lower Olave ranks 147th by 2024 POPCEN population. Agusan Del Norte is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Lower Olave 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 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 Lower Olave from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,688
—
—
2020 CPH
1,906
+218
+12.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,979
+73
+3.8%
2015–2020: +12.9% total (+2.46%/yr).2020–2024: +3.8% total (+0.94%/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
15thof 25
Among the lower half of Buenavista by population.
Share of Buenavista
2.8%
of the municipality's total 70,691 residents.
Rank in Agusan Del Norte
147thof 253
Province-wide percentile: 42.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Buenavista (municipality) class
1st
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 Olave
Where is Barangay Lower Olave located?▾
Barangay Lower Olave is a barangay in the municipality of Buenavista, Agusan Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lower Olave hall?▾
Barangay Lower Olave is located in Buenavista, Agusan Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Olave?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Olave is Jerry Daal Escobilla (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lower Olave?▾
You can contact Barangay Lower Olave via phone at 09207353937.
What municipality is Barangay Lower Olave part of?▾
Barangay Lower Olave is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Buenavista, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lower Olave urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lower Olave 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 1st 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 Olave.
Has the population of Barangay Lower Olave been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lower Olave went from 1,906 residents to 1,979 — a change of +3.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lower Olave in?▾
Barangay Lower Olave is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Agusan Del Norte, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Buenavista.
How many barangays are in Buenavista?▾
Buenavista has 25 barangays, including Barangay Lower Olave. You can browse the full list on our Buenavista page.
How many residents does Barangay Lower Olave have?▾
Barangay Lower Olave had a population of 1,979 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lower Olave?▾
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 Lower Olave, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lower Olave was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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