Barangay Larayan is a barangay in City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the City of Dapitan. It had a population of 2,520 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for City of Dapitan. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Nerio Baes Seripa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Larayan · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Larayan
Situated in City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Barangay Larayan is one of 50 barangays that make up the city within Zamboanga Peninsula.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Larayan had a population of 2,520. This made it the 10th largest of 50 barangays in City of Dapitan by population, placing it in the upper half of the city. Residents of Barangay Larayan accounted for approximately 2.87% of the total population of City of Dapitan, which stood at 87,699 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Larayan moved from 2,502 residents to 2,520, an intercensal change of +0.7%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Larayan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Dapitan is a city comprising 50 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Larayan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Larayan ranks 92nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte 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 Larayan 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 Dapitan 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 Larayan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,018
—
—
2020 CPH
2,502
+484
+24.0%
2024 POPCEN
2,520
+18
+0.7%
2015–2020: +24.0% total (+4.39%/yr).2020–2024: +0.7% total (+0.18%/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 Dapitan
10thof 50
Among the top quartile of City of Dapitan by population.
Share of City of Dapitan
2.9%
of the city's total 87,699 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
92ndof 691
Province-wide percentile: 87.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Dapitan (city) class
3rd
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Larayan in City of Dapitan during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Larayan
Where is Barangay Larayan located?▾
Barangay Larayan is a barangay in the City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Larayan hall?▾
Barangay Larayan is located in City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Larayan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Larayan is Nerio Baes Seripa (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Larayan?▾
You can contact Barangay Larayan via phone at 09814228713.
What city is Barangay Larayan part of?▾
Barangay Larayan is one of 50 barangays in the City of Dapitan, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Larayan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Larayan 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 Dapitan?▾
City of Dapitan is classified as a 3rd 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 Larayan.
Has the population of Barangay Larayan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Larayan went from 2,502 residents to 2,520 — a change of +0.7% 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 Larayan in?▾
Barangay Larayan is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 50 barangays administered by City of Dapitan.
How many barangays are in City of Dapitan?▾
City of Dapitan has 50 barangays, including Barangay Larayan. You can browse the full list on our City of Dapitan page.
How many residents does Barangay Larayan have?▾
Barangay Larayan had a population of 2,520 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Larayan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Dapitan is 7101. 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 Larayan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Larayan was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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