Barangay San Luis is a barangay in Capul, Northern Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Capul. It had a population of 1,951 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Evelyn Magdaraog Abayon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Luis · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-4.4% since 2015
Population history of Barangay San Luis from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,040
—
—
2020 CPH
2,088
+48
+2.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,951
-137
-6.6%
2015–2020: +2.4% total (+0.47%/yr).2020–2024: -6.6% total (-1.68%/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 Capul
2ndof 12
Among the top 10% of Capul by population.
Share of Capul
16.1%
of the municipality's total 12,127 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
84thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 85.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Capul (municipality) class
5th
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 San Luis
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay San Luis is one of the administrative divisions of Capul in Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Luis had a population of 1,951. This made it the 2nd largest of 12 barangays in Capul by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay San Luis accounted for approximately 16.09% of the total population of Capul, which stood at 12,127 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,088 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,951 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -6.6%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay San Luis is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Capul is a municipality of 12 barangays, of which Barangay San Luis is one. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay San Luis ranks 84th by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern Samar is classified as a 2nd 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 Capul 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 San Luis
Where is Barangay San Luis located?▾
Barangay San Luis is a barangay in the municipality of Capul, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Luis hall?▾
Barangay San Luis is located in Capul, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay San Luis?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay San Luis is Evelyn Magdaraog Abayon (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay San Luis?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay San Luis is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Capul LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay San Luis part of?▾
Barangay San Luis is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Capul, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Luis urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Luis 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 Capul?▾
Capul is classified as a 5th 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 San Luis.
Has the population of Barangay San Luis been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Luis went from 2,088 residents to 1,951 — a change of -6.6% 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 San Luis in?▾
Barangay San Luis is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Capul.
How many barangays are in Capul?▾
Capul has 12 barangays, including Barangay San Luis. You can browse the full list on our Capul page.
How many residents does Barangay San Luis have?▾
Barangay San Luis had a population of 1,951 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Luis?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Capul is 6408. 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 San Luis, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Luis was last updated on 2026-07-02. 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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