Barangay Payahan is a barangay in City of Calbayog, Samar, under the jurisdiction of the City of Calbayog. It had a population of 3,225 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Joseph Abrajano Tarrayo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Payahan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Payahan
Barangay Payahan is a mid-sized barangay in the City of Calbayog, located in the province of Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Payahan had a population of 3,225. This made it the 14th largest of 157 barangays in City of Calbayog by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Payahan accounted for approximately 1.72% of the total population of City of Calbayog, which stood at 187,848 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Payahan moved from 3,479 residents to 3,225, an intercensal change of -7.3%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Payahan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Calbayog is a city comprising 157 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Payahan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Payahan ranks 26th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Payahan 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 Calbayog 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 Payahan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,435
—
—
2020 CPH
3,479
+1,044
+42.9%
2024 POPCEN
3,225
-254
-7.3%
2015–2020: +42.9% total (+7.40%/yr).2020–2024: -7.3% total (-1.88%/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 Calbayog
14thof 157
Among the top 10% of City of Calbayog by population.
Share of City of Calbayog
1.7%
of the city's total 187,848 residents.
Rank in Samar
26thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 97.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
City of Calbayog (city) class
1st
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 Payahan
Where is Barangay Payahan located?▾
Barangay Payahan is a barangay in the City of Calbayog, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Payahan hall?▾
Barangay Payahan is located in City of Calbayog, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Payahan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Payahan is Joseph Abrajano Tarrayo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Payahan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Payahan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Calbayog LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Payahan part of?▾
Barangay Payahan is one of 157 barangays in the City of Calbayog, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Payahan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Payahan is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same city.
What is the income classification of City of Calbayog?▾
City of Calbayog is classified as a 1st 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 Payahan.
Has the population of Barangay Payahan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Payahan went from 3,479 residents to 3,225 — a change of -7.3% 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 Payahan in?▾
Barangay Payahan is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 157 barangays administered by City of Calbayog.
How many barangays are in City of Calbayog?▾
City of Calbayog has 157 barangays, including Barangay Payahan. You can browse the full list on our City of Calbayog page.
How many residents does Barangay Payahan have?▾
Barangay Payahan had a population of 3,225 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Payahan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Calbayog is 6710. 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 Payahan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Payahan was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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