Situated in the municipality of Carrascal, Surigao Del Sur, Barangay Caglayag is one of the administrative divisions of Caraga. It had a population of 342 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Adrian Cordita Costuya(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Caglayag · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Caglayag
Barangay Caglayag is a very small barangay in the municipality of Carrascal, located in the province of Surigao Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Caglayag had a population of 342. This made it the 14th largest of 14 barangays in Carrascal by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Caglayag accounted for approximately 1.33% of the total population of Carrascal, which stood at 25,672 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 425 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 342 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -19.5%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Caglayag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Carrascal is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Caglayag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Sur, which contains 309 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Caglayag ranks 305th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Carrascal 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 Caglayag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
382
—
—
2020 CPH
425
+43
+11.3%
2024 POPCEN
342
-83
-19.5%
2015–2020: +11.3% total (+2.16%/yr).2020–2024: -19.5% total (-5.29%/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 Carrascal
14thof 14
Among the smaller barangays of Carrascal by population.
Share of Carrascal
1.3%
of the municipality's total 25,672 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
305thof 309
Province-wide percentile: 2.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Carrascal (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Caglayag
Where is Barangay Caglayag located?▾
Barangay Caglayag is a barangay in the municipality of Carrascal, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Caglayag hall?▾
Barangay Caglayag is located in Carrascal, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Caglayag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Caglayag is Adrian Cordita Costuya (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Caglayag?▾
You can contact Barangay Caglayag via phone at 09658793967.
What municipality is Barangay Caglayag part of?▾
Barangay Caglayag is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Carrascal, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Caglayag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Caglayag 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 Carrascal?▾
Carrascal 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 Caglayag.
Has the population of Barangay Caglayag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Caglayag went from 425 residents to 342 — a change of -19.5% 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 Caglayag in?▾
Barangay Caglayag is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Sur, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Carrascal.
How many barangays are in Carrascal?▾
Carrascal has 14 barangays, including Barangay Caglayag. You can browse the full list on our Carrascal page.
How many residents does Barangay Caglayag have?▾
Barangay Caglayag had a population of 342 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Caglayag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Carrascal is 8318. 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 Caglayag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Caglayag was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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