Barangay Lantawan is a barangay in Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Buug. It had a population of 425 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Felix Aninion Pinote SR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lantawan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Lantawan
Barangay Lantawan forms part of Buug, a municipality in Zamboanga Sibugay, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lantawan had a population of 425. This made it the 22nd largest of 27 barangays in Buug by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lantawan accounted for approximately 1.10% of the total population of Buug, which stood at 38,730 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 Lantawan changed from 418 to 425, a shift of +1.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Buug. Barangay Lantawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Buug is a municipality comprising 27 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lantawan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Sibugay, which contains 389 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lantawan ranks 372nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Sibugay is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Lantawan 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 Buug 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 Lantawan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
454
—
—
2020 CPH
418
-36
-7.9%
2024 POPCEN
425
+7
+1.7%
2015–2020: -7.9% total (-1.64%/yr).2020–2024: +1.7% total (+0.42%/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 Buug
22ndof 27
Among the smaller barangays of Buug by population.
Share of Buug
1.1%
of the municipality's total 38,730 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Sibugay
372ndof 389
Province-wide percentile: 5.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Buug (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 Lantawan
Where is Barangay Lantawan located?▾
Barangay Lantawan is a barangay in the municipality of Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lantawan hall?▾
Barangay Lantawan is located in Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lantawan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lantawan is Felix Aninion Pinote SR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lantawan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lantawan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Buug LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lantawan part of?▾
Barangay Lantawan is one of 27 barangays in the municipality of Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lantawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lantawan 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 Buug?▾
Buug 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 Lantawan.
Has the population of Barangay Lantawan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lantawan went from 418 residents to 425 — a change of +1.7% 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 Lantawan in?▾
Barangay Lantawan is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, and is one of 27 barangays administered by Buug.
How many barangays are in Buug?▾
Buug has 27 barangays, including Barangay Lantawan. You can browse the full list on our Buug page.
How many residents does Barangay Lantawan have?▾
Barangay Lantawan had a population of 425 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lantawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Buug is 7009. 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 Lantawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lantawan 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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