Situated in the City of Surigao, Surigao Del Norte, Barangay Punta Bilar is one of the administrative divisions of Caraga. It had a population of 1,582 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jocelyn R. Taer(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Punta Bilar · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Punta Bilar
Barangay Punta Bilar forms part of City of Surigao, a city in Surigao Del Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Punta Bilar had a population of 1,582. This made it the 27th largest of 54 barangays in City of Surigao by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Punta Bilar accounted for approximately 0.89% of the total population of City of Surigao, which stood at 177,333 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,371 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,582 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +15.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Punta Bilar is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Surigao is a city comprising 54 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Punta Bilar, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Punta Bilar ranks 113th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Punta Bilar is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Surigao 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 Punta Bilar from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,079
—
—
2020 CPH
1,371
+292
+27.1%
2024 POPCEN
1,582
+211
+15.4%
2015–2020: +27.1% total (+4.91%/yr).2020–2024: +15.4% total (+3.64%/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 Surigao
27thof 54
Among the upper half of City of Surigao by population.
Share of City of Surigao
0.89%
of the city's total 177,333 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
113thof 335
Province-wide percentile: 67.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Surigao (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 Punta Bilar
Where is Barangay Punta Bilar located?▾
Barangay Punta Bilar is a barangay in the City of Surigao, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Punta Bilar hall?▾
Barangay Punta Bilar is located in City of Surigao, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Punta Bilar?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Punta Bilar is Jocelyn R. Taer (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Punta Bilar?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Punta Bilar is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Surigao LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Punta Bilar part of?▾
Barangay Punta Bilar is one of 54 barangays in the City of Surigao, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Punta Bilar urban or rural?▾
Barangay Punta Bilar 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 Surigao?▾
City of Surigao 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 Punta Bilar.
Has the population of Barangay Punta Bilar been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Punta Bilar went from 1,371 residents to 1,582 — a change of +15.4% 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 Punta Bilar in?▾
Barangay Punta Bilar is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 54 barangays administered by City of Surigao.
How many barangays are in City of Surigao?▾
City of Surigao has 54 barangays, including Barangay Punta Bilar. You can browse the full list on our City of Surigao page.
How many residents does Barangay Punta Bilar have?▾
Barangay Punta Bilar had a population of 1,582 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Punta Bilar?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Surigao is 8400. 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 Punta Bilar, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Punta Bilar 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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