Barangay La Purisima is a barangay in Cagwait, Surigao Del Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Cagwait. It had a population of 1,728 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Renejoy Joba Adaya(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay La Purisima · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay La Purisima
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay La Purisima is one of the administrative divisions of Cagwait in Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay La Purisima had a population of 1,728. This made it the 6th largest of 11 barangays in Cagwait by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay La Purisima accounted for approximately 7.75% of the total population of Cagwait, which stood at 22,305 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay La Purisima moved from 1,377 residents to 1,728, an intercensal change of +25.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay La Purisima is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Cagwait is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay La Purisima, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Sur, which contains 309 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay La Purisima ranks 126th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Cagwait 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 La Purisima from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,319
—
—
2020 CPH
1,377
+58
+4.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,728
+351
+25.5%
2015–2020: +4.4% total (+0.86%/yr).2020–2024: +25.5% total (+5.84%/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 Cagwait
6thof 11
Among the upper half of Cagwait by population.
Share of Cagwait
7.7%
of the municipality's total 22,305 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
126thof 309
Province-wide percentile: 60.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Cagwait (municipality) class
4th
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 La Purisima
Where is Barangay La Purisima located?▾
Barangay La Purisima is a barangay in the municipality of Cagwait, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay La Purisima hall?▾
Barangay La Purisima is located in Cagwait, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay La Purisima?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay La Purisima is Renejoy Joba Adaya (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay La Purisima?▾
You can contact Barangay La Purisima via phone at 09565686312.
What municipality is Barangay La Purisima part of?▾
Barangay La Purisima is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Cagwait, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay La Purisima urban or rural?▾
Barangay La Purisima 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 Cagwait?▾
Cagwait is classified as a 4th 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 La Purisima.
Has the population of Barangay La Purisima been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay La Purisima went from 1,377 residents to 1,728 — a change of +25.5% 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 La Purisima in?▾
Barangay La Purisima is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Sur, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Cagwait.
How many barangays are in Cagwait?▾
Cagwait has 11 barangays, including Barangay La Purisima. You can browse the full list on our Cagwait page.
How many residents does Barangay La Purisima have?▾
Barangay La Purisima had a population of 1,728 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay La Purisima?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Cagwait is 8304. 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 La Purisima, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay La Purisima 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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