Located in City of El Salvador, Misamis Oriental, Barangay Molugan is one of 15 barangays in the City of El Salvador. It had a population of 13,081 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Arnold Fantonial Macarandan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Molugan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Molugan
Situated in City of El Salvador, Misamis Oriental, Barangay Molugan is one of 15 barangays that make up the city within Northern Mindanao.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Molugan had a population of 13,081. This made it the 1st largest of 15 barangays in City of El Salvador by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Molugan accounted for approximately 21.06% of the total population of City of El Salvador, which stood at 62,126 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 12,843 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 13,081 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +1.9%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Molugan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of El Salvador is a city comprising 15 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Molugan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Oriental, which contains 504 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Molugan ranks 24th by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Oriental 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 El Salvador 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 Molugan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
10,547
—
—
2020 CPH
12,843
+2,296
+21.8%
2024 POPCEN
13,081
+238
+1.9%
2015–2020: +21.8% total (+4.02%/yr).2020–2024: +1.9% total (+0.46%/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 El Salvador
1stof 15
Among the top 10% of City of El Salvador by population.
Share of City of El Salvador
21.1%
of the city's total 62,126 residents.
Rank in Misamis Oriental
24thof 504
Province-wide percentile: 95.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of El Salvador (city) class
6th
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 Molugan
Where is Barangay Molugan located?▾
Barangay Molugan is a barangay in the City of El Salvador, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Molugan hall?▾
Barangay Molugan is located in City of El Salvador, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Molugan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Molugan is Arnold Fantonial Macarandan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Molugan?▾
You can contact Barangay Molugan via phone at (088)8827187.
What city is Barangay Molugan part of?▾
Barangay Molugan is one of 15 barangays in the City of El Salvador, Misamis Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Molugan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Molugan 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 El Salvador?▾
City of El Salvador is classified as a 6th 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 Molugan.
Has the population of Barangay Molugan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Molugan went from 12,843 residents to 13,081 — a change of +1.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Molugan in?▾
Barangay Molugan is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Oriental, and is one of 15 barangays administered by City of El Salvador.
How many barangays are in City of El Salvador?▾
City of El Salvador has 15 barangays, including Barangay Molugan. You can browse the full list on our City of El Salvador page.
How many residents does Barangay Molugan have?▾
Barangay Molugan had a population of 13,081 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Molugan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of El Salvador is 9017. 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 Molugan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Molugan 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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Information on Barangay Molugan, City of El Salvador is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
