Barangay Mahait is a barangay in Calubian, Leyte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Calubian. It had a population of 857 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ismael Maderazo Ruiz(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Mahait · Data updated 2026-07-03
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-2.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Mahait from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
876
—
—
2020 CPH
885
+9
+1.0%
2024 POPCEN
857
-28
-3.2%
2015–2020: +1.0% total (+0.20%/yr).2020–2024: -3.2% total (-0.80%/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
10thof 53
Among the top quartile of Calubian by population.
Share of Calubian
2.7%
of the municipality's total 31,990 residents.
Rank in Leyte
836thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 49.
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.
About Barangay Mahait
Barangay Mahait forms part of Calubian, a municipality in Leyte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Mahait had a population of 857. This made it the 10th largest of 53 barangays in Calubian by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Mahait accounted for approximately 2.68% of the total population of Calubian, which stood at 31,990 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 885 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 857 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -3.2%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Mahait 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 of 53 barangays, of which Barangay Mahait is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Mahait ranks 836th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Mahait
Where is Barangay Mahait located?▾
Barangay Mahait is a barangay in the municipality of Calubian, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Mahait hall?▾
Barangay Mahait 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 Mahait?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Mahait is Ismael Maderazo Ruiz (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Mahait?▾
You can contact Barangay Mahait via phone at 09097127501.
What municipality is Barangay Mahait part of?▾
Barangay Mahait is one of 53 barangays in the municipality of Calubian, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Mahait urban or rural?▾
Barangay Mahait 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 Mahait.
Has the population of Barangay Mahait been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Mahait went from 885 residents to 857 — a change of -3.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Mahait in?▾
Barangay Mahait 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 Mahait. You can browse the full list on our Calubian page.
How many residents does Barangay Mahait have?▾
Barangay Mahait had a population of 857 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Mahait?▾
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 Mahait, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Mahait was last updated on 2026-07-03. 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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