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Punong Barangay
Alger Mabini Taran(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Cruz · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Santa Cruz
Situated in City of Panabo, Davao Del Norte, Barangay Santa Cruz is one of 40 barangays that make up the city within Davao Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Cruz had a population of 1,984. This made it the 28th largest of 40 barangays in City of Panabo by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Santa Cruz accounted for approximately 0.94% of the total population of City of Panabo, which stood at 211,242 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Santa Cruz moved from 1,175 residents to 1,984, an intercensal change of +68.9%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Santa Cruz is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Panabo is a city comprising 40 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santa Cruz, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Davao Del Norte, which contains 223 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santa Cruz ranks 160th by 2024 POPCEN population. Davao 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 Santa Cruz 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 Panabo 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 Santa Cruz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,221
—
—
2020 CPH
1,175
-46
-3.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,984
+809
+68.9%
2015–2020: -3.8% total (-0.77%/yr).2020–2024: +68.9% total (+13.99%/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 Panabo
28thof 40
Among the lower half of City of Panabo by population.
Share of City of Panabo
0.94%
of the city's total 211,242 residents.
Rank in Davao Del Norte
160thof 223
Province-wide percentile: 29.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
City of Panabo (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 Santa Cruz
Where is Barangay Santa Cruz located?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is a barangay in the City of Panabo, Davao Del Norte, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Cruz hall?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is located in City of Panabo, Davao Del Norte, Davao Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Cruz is Alger Mabini Taran (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Santa Cruz is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Panabo LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Santa Cruz part of?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is one of 40 barangays in the City of Panabo, Davao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Cruz urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz 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 Panabo?▾
City of Panabo 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 Santa Cruz.
Has the population of Barangay Santa Cruz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Cruz went from 1,175 residents to 1,984 — a change of +68.9% 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 Santa Cruz in?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is part of the Davao Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Davao Region, the barangay falls under the province of Davao Del Norte, and is one of 40 barangays administered by City of Panabo.
How many barangays are in City of Panabo?▾
City of Panabo has 40 barangays, including Barangay Santa Cruz. You can browse the full list on our City of Panabo page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Cruz have?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz had a population of 1,984 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Panabo is 8105. 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 Santa Cruz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Cruz was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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