Barangay Taboc is a local government unit in City of Borongan, Eastern Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,207 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Wilmer Cepeda Labro(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Taboc · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-3.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Taboc from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,291
—
—
2020 CPH
2,219
-72
-3.1%
2024 POPCEN
2,207
-12
-0.5%
2015–2020: -3.1% total (-0.64%/yr).2020–2024: -0.5% total (-0.14%/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 City of Borongan
9thof 61
Among the top quartile of City of Borongan by population.
Share of City of Borongan
3.1%
of the city's total 71,431 residents.
Rank in Eastern Samar
27thof 597
Province-wide percentile: 96.
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.
About Barangay Taboc
Barangay Taboc is a mid-sized barangay in the City of Borongan, located in the province of Eastern Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Taboc had a population of 2,207. This made it the 9th largest of 61 barangays in City of Borongan by population, placing it in the upper half of the city. Residents of Barangay Taboc accounted for approximately 3.09% 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 Taboc moved from 2,219 residents to 2,207, an intercensal change of -0.5%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Taboc 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 of 61 barangays, of which Barangay Taboc is one. Within the wider province of Eastern Samar, which contains 597 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Taboc ranks 27th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Taboc
Where is Barangay Taboc located?▾
Barangay Taboc is a barangay in the City of Borongan, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Taboc hall?▾
Barangay Taboc 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 Taboc?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Taboc is Wilmer Cepeda Labro (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Taboc?▾
You can contact Barangay Taboc via phone at 5556012461.
What city is Barangay Taboc part of?▾
Barangay Taboc is one of 61 barangays in the City of Borongan, Eastern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Taboc urban or rural?▾
Barangay Taboc 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 Taboc.
Has the population of Barangay Taboc been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Taboc went from 2,219 residents to 2,207 — a change of -0.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Taboc in?▾
Barangay Taboc 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 Taboc. You can browse the full list on our City of Borongan page.
How many residents does Barangay Taboc have?▾
Barangay Taboc had a population of 2,207 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Taboc?▾
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 Taboc, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Taboc was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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