Barangay Canuctan is a barangay in Catubig, Northern Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Catubig. It had a population of 319 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dionesia Pedemonte Adrayan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Canuctan · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Canuctan
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Canuctan is one of the administrative divisions of Catubig in Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Canuctan had a population of 319. This made it the 38th largest of 47 barangays in Catubig by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Canuctan accounted for approximately 0.98% of the total population of Catubig, which stood at 32,688 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Canuctan moved from 334 residents to 319, an intercensal change of -4.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Canuctan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Catubig is a municipality comprising 47 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Canuctan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Canuctan ranks 514th by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern Samar is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Canuctan is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Catubig 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 Canuctan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
290
—
—
2020 CPH
334
+44
+15.2%
2024 POPCEN
319
-15
-4.5%
2015–2020: +15.2% total (+2.87%/yr).2020–2024: -4.5% total (-1.14%/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 Catubig
38thof 47
Among the smaller barangays of Catubig by population.
Share of Catubig
0.98%
of the municipality's total 32,688 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
514thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 10.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Catubig (municipality) class
3rd
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Canuctan in Catubig during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Canuctan
Where is Barangay Canuctan located?▾
Barangay Canuctan is a barangay in the municipality of Catubig, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Canuctan hall?▾
Barangay Canuctan is located in Catubig, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Canuctan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Canuctan is Dionesia Pedemonte Adrayan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Canuctan?▾
You can contact Barangay Canuctan via phone at 09155947969.
What municipality is Barangay Canuctan part of?▾
Barangay Canuctan is one of 47 barangays in the municipality of Catubig, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Canuctan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Canuctan 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 Catubig?▾
Catubig is classified as a 3rd 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 Canuctan.
Has the population of Barangay Canuctan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Canuctan went from 334 residents to 319 — a change of -4.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Canuctan in?▾
Barangay Canuctan is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 47 barangays administered by Catubig.
How many barangays are in Catubig?▾
Catubig has 47 barangays, including Barangay Canuctan. You can browse the full list on our Catubig page.
How many residents does Barangay Canuctan have?▾
Barangay Canuctan had a population of 319 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Canuctan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Catubig is 6418. 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 Canuctan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Canuctan 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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