Barangay Luyang

Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Luyang is one of the administrative divisions of Carmen in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.

According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Luyang had a population of 6,590. This made it the 1st largest of 21 barangays in Carmen by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Luyang accounted for approximately 11.38% of the total population of Carmen, which stood at 57,897 in the same census year.

The barangay recorded 5,869 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 6,590 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of +12.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Luyang as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.

Carmen is a municipality comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Luyang, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Luyang ranks 110th by 2020 population. Cebu 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 Luyang 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.