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Punong Barangay
Wendell Butaslac Colinares(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bongyas · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Bongyas
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Bongyas is one of the administrative divisions of Catmon in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bongyas had a population of 320. This made it the 18th largest of 20 barangays in Catmon by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bongyas accounted for approximately 0.92% of the total population of Catmon, which stood at 34,608 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 384 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 320 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -16.7%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Bongyas is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Catmon is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bongyas, 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 Bongyas ranks 1185th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu 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 Catmon 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 Bongyas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
300
—
—
2020 CPH
384
+84
+28.0%
2024 POPCEN
320
-64
-16.7%
2015–2020: +28.0% total (+5.06%/yr).2020–2024: -16.7% total (-4.46%/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 Catmon
18thof 20
Among the smaller barangays of Catmon by population.
Share of Catmon
0.92%
of the municipality's total 34,608 residents.
Rank in Cebu
1185thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 2.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Catmon (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 Bongyas
Where is Barangay Bongyas located?▾
Barangay Bongyas is a barangay in the municipality of Catmon, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bongyas hall?▾
Barangay Bongyas is located in Catmon, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bongyas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bongyas is Wendell Butaslac Colinares (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bongyas?▾
You can contact Barangay Bongyas via phone at 09635044197.
What municipality is Barangay Bongyas part of?▾
Barangay Bongyas is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Catmon, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bongyas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bongyas 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 Catmon?▾
Catmon 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 Bongyas.
Has the population of Barangay Bongyas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bongyas went from 384 residents to 320 — a change of -16.7% 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 Bongyas in?▾
Barangay Bongyas is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Catmon.
How many barangays are in Catmon?▾
Catmon has 20 barangays, including Barangay Bongyas. You can browse the full list on our Catmon page.
How many residents does Barangay Bongyas have?▾
Barangay Bongyas had a population of 320 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bongyas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Catmon is 6006. 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 Bongyas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bongyas 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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