Situated in the municipality of Buguey, Cagayan, Barangay Minanga Weste is one of the administrative divisions of Cagayan Valley. It had a population of 1,555 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Gilbert Ragudo Tubera(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Minanga Weste · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Minanga Weste
Barangay Minanga Weste forms part of Buguey, a municipality in Cagayan, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Minanga Weste had a population of 1,555. This made it the 5th largest of 30 barangays in Buguey by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Minanga Weste accounted for approximately 4.81% of the total population of Buguey, which stood at 32,351 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 Minanga Weste changed from 1,682 to 1,555, a shift of -7.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Buguey. Barangay Minanga Weste is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Buguey is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Minanga Weste, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Minanga Weste ranks 307th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan 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 Minanga Weste 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 Buguey 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 Minanga Weste from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,608
—
—
2020 CPH
1,682
+74
+4.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,555
-127
-7.6%
2015–2020: +4.6% total (+0.90%/yr).2020–2024: -7.6% total (-1.94%/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 Buguey
5thof 30
Among the top quartile of Buguey by population.
Share of Buguey
4.8%
of the municipality's total 32,351 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
307thof 820
Province-wide percentile: 63.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Buguey (municipality) class
3rd
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 Minanga Weste
Where is Barangay Minanga Weste located?▾
Barangay Minanga Weste is a barangay in the municipality of Buguey, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Minanga Weste hall?▾
Barangay Minanga Weste is located in Buguey, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Minanga Weste?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Minanga Weste is Gilbert Ragudo Tubera (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Minanga Weste?▾
You can contact Barangay Minanga Weste via phone at 09351329285.
What municipality is Barangay Minanga Weste part of?▾
Barangay Minanga Weste is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Buguey, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Minanga Weste urban or rural?▾
Barangay Minanga Weste 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 Buguey?▾
Buguey is classified as a 3rd 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 Minanga Weste.
Has the population of Barangay Minanga Weste been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Minanga Weste went from 1,682 residents to 1,555 — a change of -7.6% 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 Minanga Weste in?▾
Barangay Minanga Weste is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Buguey.
How many barangays are in Buguey?▾
Buguey has 30 barangays, including Barangay Minanga Weste. You can browse the full list on our Buguey page.
How many residents does Barangay Minanga Weste have?▾
Barangay Minanga Weste had a population of 1,555 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Minanga Weste?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Buguey is 3511. 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 Minanga Weste, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Minanga Weste 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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