City of Oroquieta · Misamis Occidental
Barangay Buntawan
Located in City of Oroquieta, Misamis Occidental, Barangay Buntawan is one of 47 barangays in the city of City of Oroquieta. It had a population of 433 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 433
- Population (2015)
- 462
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- -6.3%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Buntawan
Barangay Buntawan is a very small barangay in the city of City of Oroquieta, located in the province of Misamis Occidental, in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buntawan had a population of 433. This made it the 39th largest of 47 barangays in City of Oroquieta by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Buntawan accounted for approximately 0.60% of the total population of City of Oroquieta, which stood at 72,301 in the same census year.
The barangay recorded 462 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 433 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of -6.3%, consistent with a contracting settlement. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Buntawan as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Oroquieta is a city comprising 47 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buntawan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Occidental, which contains 490 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buntawan ranks 420th by 2020 population. Misamis Occidental is classified as a 2nd 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 Oroquieta (City)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Punong Barangay
- Jesus B. Digal(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Ledilou L. Jonson
- Barangay Treasurer
- Lilia Clarion Maghilum
- SK Chairperson
- Lloyd L. Jonson
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Jemreck L. Laig
- • Jemar E. Digal
- • Evamer M. Pocot
- • Romeo H. Andoy
- • Gigin Nable Lumayas
- • Eddie S. Arado
- • Analyn Clarion Lapasaran
Other Barangays in City of Oroquieta
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buntawan
Where is Barangay Buntawan located?▾
Barangay Buntawan is a barangay in the city of City of Oroquieta, Misamis Occidental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buntawan hall?▾
Barangay Buntawan is located in City of Oroquieta, Misamis Occidental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buntawan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buntawan is Jesus B. Digal (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buntawan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Buntawan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Oroquieta LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Buntawan part of?▾
Barangay Buntawan is one of 47 barangays in City of Oroquieta, a city in Misamis Occidental, 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 Buntawan
- 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.