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Punong Barangay
Dario Gemperoa Ramos(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ocana · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Ocana
Barangay Ocana forms part of City of Carcar, a city in Cebu, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ocana had a population of 11,183. This made it the 6th largest of 15 barangays in City of Carcar by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Ocana accounted for approximately 7.97% of the total population of City of Carcar, which stood at 140,308 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Ocana moved from 10,469 residents to 11,183, an intercensal change of +6.8%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Ocana is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Carcar is a city comprising 15 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ocana, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ocana ranks 110th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu 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 City of Carcar 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 Ocana from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
9,361
—
—
2020 CPH
10,469
+1,108
+11.8%
2024 POPCEN
11,183
+714
+6.8%
2015–2020: +11.8% total (+2.26%/yr).2020–2024: +6.8% total (+1.66%/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 Carcar
6thof 15
Among the upper half of City of Carcar by population.
Share of City of Carcar
8.0%
of the city's total 140,308 residents.
Rank in Cebu
110thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 91.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Carcar (city) class
5th
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 Ocana
Where is Barangay Ocana located?▾
Barangay Ocana is a barangay in the City of Carcar, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ocana hall?▾
Barangay Ocana is located in City of Carcar, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ocana?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ocana is Dario Gemperoa Ramos (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ocana?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Ocana is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Carcar LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Ocana part of?▾
Barangay Ocana is one of 15 barangays in the City of Carcar, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ocana urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ocana 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 Carcar?▾
City of Carcar is classified as a 5th 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 Ocana.
Has the population of Barangay Ocana been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ocana went from 10,469 residents to 11,183 — a change of +6.8% 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 Ocana in?▾
Barangay Ocana is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 15 barangays administered by City of Carcar.
How many barangays are in City of Carcar?▾
City of Carcar has 15 barangays, including Barangay Ocana. You can browse the full list on our City of Carcar page.
How many residents does Barangay Ocana have?▾
Barangay Ocana had a population of 11,183 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ocana?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Carcar is 6019. 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 Ocana, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ocana 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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