Located in City of Catbalogan, Samar, Barangay Bagongon is one of 57 barangays in the City of Catbalogan. It had a population of 747 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Antonio Bulan Duran(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bagongon · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bagongon
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Bagongon is one of the administrative divisions of City of Catbalogan in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bagongon had a population of 747. This made it the 39th largest of 57 barangays in City of Catbalogan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Bagongon accounted for approximately 0.69% of the total population of City of Catbalogan, which stood at 107,896 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 707 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 747 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +5.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Bagongon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Catbalogan is a city comprising 57 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bagongon, 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 Bagongon ranks 354th 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.
Barangay Bagongon is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Catbalogan 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 Bagongon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
696
—
—
2020 CPH
707
+11
+1.6%
2024 POPCEN
747
+40
+5.7%
2015–2020: +1.6% total (+0.31%/yr).2020–2024: +5.7% total (+1.39%/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 Catbalogan
39thof 57
Among the lower half of City of Catbalogan by population.
Share of City of Catbalogan
0.69%
of the city's total 107,896 residents.
Rank in Samar
354thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 63.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Catbalogan (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 Bagongon
Where is Barangay Bagongon located?▾
Barangay Bagongon is a barangay in the City of Catbalogan, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bagongon hall?▾
Barangay Bagongon is located in City of Catbalogan, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bagongon?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bagongon is Antonio Bulan Duran (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bagongon?▾
You can contact Barangay Bagongon via phone at 09655290261.
What city is Barangay Bagongon part of?▾
Barangay Bagongon is one of 57 barangays in the City of Catbalogan, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bagongon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bagongon 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 Catbalogan?▾
City of Catbalogan 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 Bagongon.
Has the population of Barangay Bagongon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bagongon went from 707 residents to 747 — a change of +5.7% 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 Bagongon in?▾
Barangay Bagongon 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 57 barangays administered by City of Catbalogan.
How many barangays are in City of Catbalogan?▾
City of Catbalogan has 57 barangays, including Barangay Bagongon. You can browse the full list on our City of Catbalogan page.
How many residents does Barangay Bagongon have?▾
Barangay Bagongon had a population of 747 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bagongon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Catbalogan is 6700. 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 Bagongon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bagongon 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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