Situated in the municipality of Camalaniugan, Cagayan, Barangay Tagum is one of the administrative divisions of Cagayan Valley. It had a population of 230 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Maria Lourdes Mecate Urbis(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tagum · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-8.4% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Tagum from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
251
—
—
2020 CPH
227
-24
-9.6%
2024 POPCEN
230
+3
+1.3%
2015–2020: -9.6% total (-1.99%/yr).2020–2024: +1.3% total (+0.33%/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 Camalaniugan
27thof 28
Among the smaller barangays of Camalaniugan by population.
Share of Camalaniugan
0.90%
of the municipality's total 25,629 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
790thof 820
Province-wide percentile: 4.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Camalaniugan (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 Tagum
Barangay Tagum is a very small barangay in the municipality of Camalaniugan, located in the province of Cagayan, in the Cagayan Valley region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tagum had a population of 230. This made it the 27th largest of 28 barangays in Camalaniugan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tagum accounted for approximately 0.90% of the total population of Camalaniugan, which stood at 25,629 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Tagum moved from 227 residents to 230, an intercensal change of +1.3%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Tagum is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Camalaniugan is a municipality of 28 barangays, of which Barangay Tagum is one. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tagum ranks 790th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan 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 Camalaniugan 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 Tagum
Where is Barangay Tagum located?▾
Barangay Tagum is a barangay in the municipality of Camalaniugan, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tagum hall?▾
Barangay Tagum is located in Camalaniugan, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tagum?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Tagum is Maria Lourdes Mecate Urbis (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Tagum?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tagum is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Camalaniugan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tagum part of?▾
Barangay Tagum is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Camalaniugan, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tagum urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tagum 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 Camalaniugan?▾
Camalaniugan 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 Tagum.
Has the population of Barangay Tagum been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tagum went from 227 residents to 230 — a change of +1.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Tagum in?▾
Barangay Tagum is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 28 barangays administered by Camalaniugan.
How many barangays are in Camalaniugan?▾
Camalaniugan has 28 barangays, including Barangay Tagum. You can browse the full list on our Camalaniugan page.
How many residents does Barangay Tagum have?▾
Barangay Tagum had a population of 230 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tagum?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Camalaniugan is 3510. 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 Tagum, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tagum 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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