Situated in the municipality of Calubian, Leyte, Barangay Cantonghao is one of the administrative divisions of Eastern Visayas. It had a population of 283 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Simeon Mahait Quebec(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cantonghao · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Cantonghao
Situated in Calubian, Leyte, Barangay Cantonghao is one of 53 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cantonghao had a population of 283. This made it the 47th largest of 53 barangays in Calubian by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cantonghao accounted for approximately 0.88% of the total population of Calubian, which stood at 31,990 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 Cantonghao changed from 245 to 283, a shift of +15.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Calubian. Barangay Cantonghao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Calubian is a municipality comprising 53 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cantonghao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cantonghao ranks 1497th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte 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 Cantonghao 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 Calubian 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 Cantonghao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
240
—
—
2020 CPH
245
+5
+2.1%
2024 POPCEN
283
+38
+15.5%
2015–2020: +2.1% total (+0.41%/yr).2020–2024: +15.5% total (+3.67%/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 Calubian
47thof 53
Among the smaller barangays of Calubian by population.
Share of Calubian
0.88%
of the municipality's total 31,990 residents.
Rank in Leyte
1497thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 9.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Calubian (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 Cantonghao
Where is Barangay Cantonghao located?▾
Barangay Cantonghao is a barangay in the municipality of Calubian, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cantonghao hall?▾
Barangay Cantonghao is located in Calubian, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cantonghao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cantonghao is Simeon Mahait Quebec (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cantonghao?▾
You can contact Barangay Cantonghao via phone at 09107022245.
What municipality is Barangay Cantonghao part of?▾
Barangay Cantonghao is one of 53 barangays in the municipality of Calubian, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cantonghao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cantonghao 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 Calubian?▾
Calubian 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 Cantonghao.
Has the population of Barangay Cantonghao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cantonghao went from 245 residents to 283 — a change of +15.5% 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 Cantonghao in?▾
Barangay Cantonghao is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 53 barangays administered by Calubian.
How many barangays are in Calubian?▾
Calubian has 53 barangays, including Barangay Cantonghao. You can browse the full list on our Calubian page.
How many residents does Barangay Cantonghao have?▾
Barangay Cantonghao had a population of 283 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cantonghao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Calubian is 6534. 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 Cantonghao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cantonghao was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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