Barangay Motong is a barangay in City of Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, under the jurisdiction of the City of Dumaguete. It had a population of 2,567 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Elbert Quipit Baylon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Motong · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Motong
Barangay Motong forms part of City of Dumaguete, a city in Negros Oriental, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Motong had a population of 2,567. This made it the 20th largest of 30 barangays in City of Dumaguete by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Motong accounted for approximately 1.81% of the total population of City of Dumaguete, which stood at 142,171 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,429 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,567 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +5.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Motong is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Dumaguete is a city comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Motong, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Motong ranks 205th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental 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 Motong 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 Dumaguete 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 Motong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,260
—
—
2020 CPH
2,429
+169
+7.5%
2024 POPCEN
2,567
+138
+5.7%
2015–2020: +7.5% total (+1.45%/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 Dumaguete
20thof 30
Among the lower half of City of Dumaguete by population.
Share of City of Dumaguete
1.8%
of the city's total 142,171 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
205thof 557
Province-wide percentile: 63.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Dumaguete (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Motong
Where is Barangay Motong located?▾
Barangay Motong is a barangay in the City of Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Motong hall?▾
Barangay Motong is located in City of Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Motong?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Motong is Elbert Quipit Baylon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Motong?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Motong is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Dumaguete LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Motong part of?▾
Barangay Motong is one of 30 barangays in the City of Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Motong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Motong 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 Dumaguete?▾
City of Dumaguete 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 Motong.
Has the population of Barangay Motong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Motong went from 2,429 residents to 2,567 — 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 Motong in?▾
Barangay Motong is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 30 barangays administered by City of Dumaguete.
How many barangays are in City of Dumaguete?▾
City of Dumaguete has 30 barangays, including Barangay Motong. You can browse the full list on our City of Dumaguete page.
How many residents does Barangay Motong have?▾
Barangay Motong had a population of 2,567 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Motong?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Dumaguete is 6200. 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 Motong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Motong 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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