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Punong Barangay
Larry Matela Guisihan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sojoton · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+3.1% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Sojoton from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
491
—
—
2020 CPH
580
+89
+18.1%
2024 POPCEN
506
-74
-12.8%
2015–2020: +18.1% total (+3.39%/yr).2020–2024: -12.8% total (-3.35%/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 Calape
26thof 33
Among the smaller barangays of Calape by population.
Share of Calape
1.5%
of the municipality's total 33,022 residents.
Rank in Bohol
936thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 16.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Calape (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.
About Barangay Sojoton
Barangay Sojoton forms part of Calape, a municipality in Bohol, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sojoton had a population of 506. This made it the 26th largest of 33 barangays in Calape by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sojoton accounted for approximately 1.53% of the total population of Calape, which stood at 33,022 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 Sojoton changed from 580 to 506, a shift of -12.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Calape. Barangay Sojoton is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Calape is a municipality of 33 barangays, of which Barangay Sojoton is one. Within the wider province of Bohol, which contains 1,109 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sojoton ranks 936th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bohol is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Calape 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Sojoton
Where is Barangay Sojoton located?▾
Barangay Sojoton is a barangay in the municipality of Calape, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sojoton hall?▾
Barangay Sojoton is located in Calape, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sojoton?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Sojoton is Larry Matela Guisihan (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Sojoton?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Sojoton is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Calape LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Sojoton part of?▾
Barangay Sojoton is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Calape, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sojoton urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sojoton 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 Calape?▾
Calape 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 Sojoton.
Has the population of Barangay Sojoton been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sojoton went from 580 residents to 506 — a change of -12.8% 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 Sojoton in?▾
Barangay Sojoton is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Bohol, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Calape.
How many barangays are in Calape?▾
Calape has 33 barangays, including Barangay Sojoton. You can browse the full list on our Calape page.
How many residents does Barangay Sojoton have?▾
Barangay Sojoton had a population of 506 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sojoton?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Calape is 6328. 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 Sojoton, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sojoton was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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