Located in City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Barangay Balete is one of 64 barangays in the City of Sorsogon. It had a population of 2,958 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rizalino Dioquino Latosa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balete · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Balete
Situated in City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Barangay Balete is one of 64 barangays that make up the city within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balete had a population of 2,958. This made it the 20th largest of 64 barangays in City of Sorsogon by population, placing it in the upper half of the city. Residents of Barangay Balete accounted for approximately 1.58% of the total population of City of Sorsogon, which stood at 187,670 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Balete moved from 2,880 residents to 2,958, an intercensal change of +2.7%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Balete is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Sorsogon is a city comprising 64 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balete, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balete ranks 54th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon 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.
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 Sorsogon 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 Balete from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,684
—
—
2020 CPH
2,880
+196
+7.3%
2024 POPCEN
2,958
+78
+2.7%
2015–2020: +7.3% total (+1.42%/yr).2020–2024: +2.7% total (+0.67%/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 Sorsogon
20thof 64
Among the upper half of City of Sorsogon by population.
Share of City of Sorsogon
1.6%
of the city's total 187,670 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
54thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 90.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Sorsogon (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 Balete
Where is Barangay Balete located?▾
Barangay Balete is a barangay in the City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balete hall?▾
Barangay Balete is located in City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balete?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balete is Rizalino Dioquino Latosa (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balete?▾
You can contact Barangay Balete via phone at 09701151870.
What city is Barangay Balete part of?▾
Barangay Balete is one of 64 barangays in the City of Sorsogon, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balete urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balete 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 Sorsogon?▾
City of Sorsogon 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 Balete.
Has the population of Barangay Balete been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balete went from 2,880 residents to 2,958 — a change of +2.7% 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 Balete in?▾
Barangay Balete is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 64 barangays administered by City of Sorsogon.
How many barangays are in City of Sorsogon?▾
City of Sorsogon has 64 barangays, including Barangay Balete. You can browse the full list on our City of Sorsogon page.
How many residents does Barangay Balete have?▾
Barangay Balete had a population of 2,958 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balete?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Sorsogon is 4700. 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 Balete, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balete 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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