Located in Cawayan, Masbate, Barangay Lague-lague is one of 37 barangays in the municipality of Cawayan. It had a population of 1,112 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Barangay Lague-lague · Data updated 2026-05-30
About Barangay Lague-lague
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Lague-lague is one of the administrative divisions of Cawayan in Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lague-lague had a population of 1,112. This made it the 27th largest of 37 barangays in Cawayan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lague-lague accounted for approximately 1.62% of the total population of Cawayan, which stood at 68,510 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Lague-lague moved from 1,040 residents to 1,112, an intercensal change of +6.9%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Lague-lague is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Cawayan is a municipality comprising 37 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lague-lague, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lague-lague ranks 337th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate 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 Cawayan 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 Lague-lague from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
961
—
—
2020 CPH
1,040
+79
+8.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,112
+72
+6.9%
2015–2020: +8.2% total (+1.59%/yr).2020–2024: +6.9% total (+1.69%/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 Cawayan
27thof 37
Among the lower half of Cawayan by population.
Share of Cawayan
1.6%
of the municipality's total 68,510 residents.
Rank in Masbate
337thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 39.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Cawayan (municipality) class
2nd
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 Lague-lague
Where is Barangay Lague-lague located?▾
Barangay Lague-lague is a barangay in the municipality of Cawayan, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lague-lague hall?▾
Barangay Lague-lague is located in Cawayan, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lague-lague?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Lague-lague is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lague-lague?▾
You can contact Barangay Lague-lague via phone at 09685281445.
What municipality is Barangay Lague-lague part of?▾
Barangay Lague-lague is one of 37 barangays in the municipality of Cawayan, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lague-lague urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lague-lague 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 Cawayan?▾
Cawayan is classified as a 2nd 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 Lague-lague.
Has the population of Barangay Lague-lague been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lague-lague went from 1,040 residents to 1,112 — a change of +6.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lague-lague in?▾
Barangay Lague-lague is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 37 barangays administered by Cawayan.
How many barangays are in Cawayan?▾
Cawayan has 37 barangays, including Barangay Lague-lague. You can browse the full list on our Cawayan page.
How many residents does Barangay Lague-lague have?▾
Barangay Lague-lague had a population of 1,112 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lague-lague?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Cawayan is 5409. 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 Lague-lague, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lague-lague was last updated on 2026-05-30. 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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