Situated in the municipality of Carles, Iloilo, Barangay Barosbos is one of the administrative divisions of Western Visayas. It had a population of 3,605 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Carles. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Florie John Catalan Del Rosario(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Barosbos · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Barosbos
Barangay Barosbos is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Carles, located in the province of Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Barosbos had a population of 3,605. This made it the 4th largest of 33 barangays in Carles by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Barosbos accounted for approximately 4.86% of the total population of Carles, which stood at 74,177 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Barosbos moved from 3,297 residents to 3,605, an intercensal change of +9.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Barosbos is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Carles is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Barosbos, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Barosbos ranks 96th by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo 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 Barosbos 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 Carles 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 Barosbos from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,021
—
—
2020 CPH
3,297
+276
+9.1%
2024 POPCEN
3,605
+308
+9.3%
2015–2020: +9.1% total (+1.76%/yr).2020–2024: +9.3% total (+2.26%/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 Carles
4thof 33
Among the top 10% of Carles by population.
Share of Carles
4.9%
of the municipality's total 74,177 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
96thof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 95.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Carles (municipality) class
2nd
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 Barosbos
Where is Barangay Barosbos located?▾
Barangay Barosbos is a barangay in the municipality of Carles, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Barosbos hall?▾
Barangay Barosbos is located in Carles, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Barosbos?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Barosbos is Florie John Catalan Del Rosario (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Barosbos?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Barosbos is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Carles LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Barosbos part of?▾
Barangay Barosbos is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Carles, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Barosbos urban or rural?▾
Barangay Barosbos is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Carles?▾
Carles is classified as a 2nd 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 Barosbos.
Has the population of Barangay Barosbos been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Barosbos went from 3,297 residents to 3,605 — a change of +9.3% 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 Barosbos in?▾
Barangay Barosbos is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Carles.
How many barangays are in Carles?▾
Carles has 33 barangays, including Barangay Barosbos. You can browse the full list on our Carles page.
How many residents does Barangay Barosbos have?▾
Barangay Barosbos had a population of 3,605 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Barosbos?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Carles is 5019. 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 Barosbos, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Barosbos was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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