Barangay Bulay is a barangay in Cabatuan, Iloilo, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Cabatuan. It had a population of 776 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Cabatuan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Paquito Berbider Licera(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bulay · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Bulay
Barangay Bulay is a small barangay in the municipality of Cabatuan, located in the province of Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bulay had a population of 776. This made it the 35th largest of 68 barangays in Cabatuan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bulay accounted for approximately 1.24% of the total population of Cabatuan, which stood at 62,717 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 710 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 776 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Bulay is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Cabatuan is a municipality comprising 68 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bulay, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bulay ranks 1126th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Bulay 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 Cabatuan 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 Bulay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
669
—
—
2020 CPH
710
+41
+6.1%
2024 POPCEN
776
+66
+9.3%
2015–2020: +6.1% total (+1.20%/yr).2020–2024: +9.3% total (+2.25%/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 Cabatuan
35thof 68
Among the upper half of Cabatuan by population.
Share of Cabatuan
1.2%
of the municipality's total 62,717 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1126thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 41.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Cabatuan (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 Bulay
Where is Barangay Bulay located?▾
Barangay Bulay is a barangay in the municipality of Cabatuan, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bulay hall?▾
Barangay Bulay is located in Cabatuan, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulay?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulay is Paquito Berbider Licera (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bulay?▾
You can contact Barangay Bulay via phone at 090667211711.
What municipality is Barangay Bulay part of?▾
Barangay Bulay is one of 68 barangays in the municipality of Cabatuan, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bulay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bulay 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 Cabatuan?▾
Cabatuan 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 Bulay.
Has the population of Barangay Bulay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bulay went from 710 residents to 776 — a change of +9.3% 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 Bulay in?▾
Barangay Bulay is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 68 barangays administered by Cabatuan.
How many barangays are in Cabatuan?▾
Cabatuan has 68 barangays, including Barangay Bulay. You can browse the full list on our Cabatuan page.
How many residents does Barangay Bulay have?▾
Barangay Bulay had a population of 776 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bulay?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Cabatuan is 5031. 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 Bulay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bulay 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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