Situated in the municipality of Bustos, Bulacan, Barangay Catacte is one of the administrative divisions of Central Luzon. It had a population of 8,779 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Bustos. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Marcelo Espiritu Allarces(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Catacte · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Catacte
Barangay Catacte forms part of Bustos, a municipality in Bulacan, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Catacte had a population of 8,779. This made it the 1st largest of 14 barangays in Bustos by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Catacte accounted for approximately 10.90% of the total population of Bustos, which stood at 80,565 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 Catacte changed from 8,401 to 8,779, a shift of +4.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Bustos. Barangay Catacte is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Bustos is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Catacte, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bulacan, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Catacte ranks 119th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bulacan 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 Catacte 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 Bustos 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 Catacte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
7,990
—
—
2020 CPH
8,401
+411
+5.1%
2024 POPCEN
8,779
+378
+4.5%
2015–2020: +5.1% total (+1.01%/yr).2020–2024: +4.5% total (+1.11%/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 Bustos
1stof 14
Among the top 10% of Bustos by population.
Share of Bustos
10.9%
of the municipality's total 80,565 residents.
Rank in Bulacan
119thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 79.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Bustos (municipality) class
2nd
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 Catacte
Where is Barangay Catacte located?▾
Barangay Catacte is a barangay in the municipality of Bustos, Bulacan, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Catacte hall?▾
Barangay Catacte is located in Bustos, Bulacan, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Catacte?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Catacte is Marcelo Espiritu Allarces (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Catacte?▾
You can contact Barangay Catacte via phone at 09057262062.
What municipality is Barangay Catacte part of?▾
Barangay Catacte is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Bustos, Bulacan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Catacte urban or rural?▾
Barangay Catacte is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Bustos?▾
Bustos is classified as a 2nd 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 Catacte.
Has the population of Barangay Catacte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Catacte went from 8,401 residents to 8,779 — a change of +4.5% 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 Catacte in?▾
Barangay Catacte is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Bulacan, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Bustos.
How many barangays are in Bustos?▾
Bustos has 14 barangays, including Barangay Catacte. You can browse the full list on our Bustos page.
How many residents does Barangay Catacte have?▾
Barangay Catacte had a population of 8,779 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Catacte?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Bustos is 3007. 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 Catacte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Catacte 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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