Located in City of Borongan, Eastern Samar, Barangay Canyopay is one of 61 barangays in the City of Borongan. It had a population of 310 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Edgardo Quirante Basario(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Canyopay · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Canyopay
Situated in City of Borongan, Eastern Samar, Barangay Canyopay is one of 61 barangays that make up the city within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Canyopay had a population of 310. This made it the 56th largest of 61 barangays in City of Borongan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Canyopay accounted for approximately 0.43% of the total population of City of Borongan, which stood at 71,431 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Canyopay moved from 265 residents to 310, an intercensal change of +17.0%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Canyopay is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Borongan is a city comprising 61 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Canyopay, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Eastern Samar, which contains 597 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Canyopay ranks 480th by 2024 POPCEN population. Eastern Samar is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Canyopay is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 City of Borongan 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 Canyopay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
259
—
—
2020 CPH
265
+6
+2.3%
2024 POPCEN
310
+45
+17.0%
2015–2020: +2.3% total (+0.46%/yr).2020–2024: +17.0% total (+4.00%/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 City of Borongan
56thof 61
Among the smaller barangays of City of Borongan by population.
Share of City of Borongan
0.43%
of the city's total 71,431 residents.
Rank in Eastern Samar
480thof 597
Province-wide percentile: 20.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Borongan (city) class
1st (as Mun)
Parent city 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 Canyopay
Where is Barangay Canyopay located?▾
Barangay Canyopay is a barangay in the City of Borongan, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Canyopay hall?▾
Barangay Canyopay is located in City of Borongan, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Canyopay?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Canyopay is Edgardo Quirante Basario (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Canyopay?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Canyopay is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Borongan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Canyopay part of?▾
Barangay Canyopay is one of 61 barangays in the City of Borongan, Eastern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Canyopay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Canyopay 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 City of Borongan?▾
City of Borongan is classified as a 1st (as mun) by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the city'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 Canyopay.
Has the population of Barangay Canyopay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Canyopay went from 265 residents to 310 — a change of +17.0% 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 Canyopay in?▾
Barangay Canyopay is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Eastern Samar, and is one of 61 barangays administered by City of Borongan.
How many barangays are in City of Borongan?▾
City of Borongan has 61 barangays, including Barangay Canyopay. You can browse the full list on our City of Borongan page.
How many residents does Barangay Canyopay have?▾
Barangay Canyopay had a population of 310 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Canyopay?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Borongan is 6800. 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 Canyopay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Canyopay was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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