Situated in the municipality of Carmen, Bohol, Barangay Montesunting is one of the administrative divisions of Central Visayas. It had a population of 885 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Antonio Brawis Barrete(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Montesunting · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-3.3% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Montesunting from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
915
—
—
2020 CPH
890
-25
-2.7%
2024 POPCEN
885
-5
-0.6%
2015–2020: -2.7% total (-0.55%/yr).2020–2024: -0.6% total (-0.14%/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 Carmen
27thof 29
Among the smaller barangays of Carmen by population.
Share of Carmen
1.8%
of the municipality's total 50,249 residents.
Rank in Bohol
610thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 45.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Carmen (municipality) class
1st
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 Montesunting
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Montesunting is one of the administrative divisions of Carmen in Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Montesunting had a population of 885. This made it the 27th largest of 29 barangays in Carmen by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Montesunting accounted for approximately 1.76% of the total population of Carmen, which stood at 50,249 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 890 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 885 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.6%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Montesunting is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Carmen is a municipality of 29 barangays, of which Barangay Montesunting is one. Within the wider province of Bohol, which contains 1,109 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Montesunting ranks 610th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bohol 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 Carmen 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 Montesunting
Where is Barangay Montesunting located?▾
Barangay Montesunting is a barangay in the municipality of Carmen, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Montesunting hall?▾
Barangay Montesunting is located in Carmen, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Montesunting?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Montesunting is Antonio Brawis Barrete (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Montesunting?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Montesunting is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Carmen LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Montesunting part of?▾
Barangay Montesunting is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Carmen, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Montesunting urban or rural?▾
Barangay Montesunting 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 Carmen?▾
Carmen is classified as a 1st 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 Montesunting.
Has the population of Barangay Montesunting been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Montesunting went from 890 residents to 885 — a change of -0.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Montesunting in?▾
Barangay Montesunting is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Bohol, and is one of 29 barangays administered by Carmen.
How many barangays are in Carmen?▾
Carmen has 29 barangays, including Barangay Montesunting. You can browse the full list on our Carmen page.
How many residents does Barangay Montesunting have?▾
Barangay Montesunting had a population of 885 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Montesunting?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Carmen is 6319. 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 Montesunting, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Montesunting was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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