City of Catbalogan · Samar
Barangay Poblacion 9
Barangay Poblacion 9 is a local government unit in City of Catbalogan, Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,988 in the 2020 census.
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Population & Statistics
2020 census data
- Population (2020)
- 2,988
- Population (2015)
- 2,761
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- +8.2%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Poblacion 9
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Poblacion 9 is one of the administrative divisions of City of Catbalogan in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2020 Philippine census, Barangay Poblacion 9 had a population of 2,988. This made it the 11th largest of 57 barangays in City of Catbalogan by population, placing it in the upper half of the city. Residents of Barangay Poblacion 9 accounted for approximately 2.81% of the total population of City of Catbalogan, which stood at 106,440 in the same census year.
The barangay recorded 2,761 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 2,988 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of +8.2%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Poblacion 9 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 Poblacion 9, 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 Poblacion 9 ranks 28th by 2020 population. Samar 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.
City / Municipality
City of Catbalogan (City)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Punong Barangay
- Pedro Lominoque Papuran JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Sonia Mastelero Gaditano
- Barangay Treasurer
- Cherry Garcia Labong
- SK Chairperson
- Arnold Abbang
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Arlene Padul Corpuz
- • Marciano Dela Cruz Alegria
- • Leah Jabon Cojuangco
- • Maribeth Mabansag Gaditano
- • Nicole Tom Arcales Dumaliang
- • Luz Gaditano Dacallos
- • Josefa Bolledo Pamplina
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Poblacion 9
Where is Barangay Poblacion 9 located?▾
Barangay Poblacion 9 is a barangay in the City of Catbalogan, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion 9 hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion 9 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 Poblacion 9?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion 9 is Pedro Lominoque Papuran JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion 9?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Poblacion 9 is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Catbalogan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Poblacion 9 part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion 9 is one of 57 barangays in the City of Catbalogan, Samar, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Poblacion 9
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.