Barangay Telaje is a local government unit in City of Tandag, Surigao Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 7,540 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for City of Tandag. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Melanie Joy Momo Guno(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Telaje · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Telaje
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Telaje is one of the administrative divisions of City of Tandag in Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Telaje had a population of 7,540. This made it the 2nd largest of 21 barangays in City of Tandag by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Telaje accounted for approximately 11.95% of the total population of City of Tandag, which stood at 63,098 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Telaje moved from 7,881 residents to 7,540, an intercensal change of -4.3%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Telaje is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Tandag is a city comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Telaje, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Sur, which contains 309 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Telaje ranks 8th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Telaje 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 Tandag 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 Telaje from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
8,771
—
—
2020 CPH
7,881
-890
-10.1%
2024 POPCEN
7,540
-341
-4.3%
2015–2020: -10.1% total (-2.12%/yr).2020–2024: -4.3% total (-1.10%/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 Tandag
2ndof 21
Among the top 10% of City of Tandag by population.
Share of City of Tandag
11.9%
of the city's total 63,098 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
8thof 309
Province-wide percentile: 98.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Tandag (city) class
5th
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Telaje in City of Tandag during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Telaje
Where is Barangay Telaje located?▾
Barangay Telaje is a barangay in the City of Tandag, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Telaje hall?▾
Barangay Telaje is located in City of Tandag, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Telaje?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Telaje is Melanie Joy Momo Guno (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Telaje?▾
You can contact Barangay Telaje via phone at 211-3738.
What city is Barangay Telaje part of?▾
Barangay Telaje is one of 21 barangays in the City of Tandag, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Telaje urban or rural?▾
Barangay Telaje 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 Tandag?▾
City of Tandag is classified as a 5th 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 Telaje.
Has the population of Barangay Telaje been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Telaje went from 7,881 residents to 7,540 — a change of -4.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Telaje in?▾
Barangay Telaje is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Sur, and is one of 21 barangays administered by City of Tandag.
How many barangays are in City of Tandag?▾
City of Tandag has 21 barangays, including Barangay Telaje. You can browse the full list on our City of Tandag page.
How many residents does Barangay Telaje have?▾
Barangay Telaje had a population of 7,540 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Telaje?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Tandag is 8300. 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 Telaje, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Telaje was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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