Barangay Luca is a local government unit in City of Tanjay, Negros Oriental, in the Negros Island Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 3,359 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 Tanjay. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Denver Manolong Bokingkito(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Luca · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Luca
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Luca is one of the administrative divisions of City of Tanjay in Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Luca had a population of 3,359. This made it the 15th largest of 24 barangays in City of Tanjay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Luca accounted for approximately 3.97% of the total population of City of Tanjay, which stood at 84,593 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,266 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,359 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.8%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Luca is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Tanjay is a city comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Luca, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Luca ranks 147th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Luca 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 Tanjay 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 Luca from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,978
—
—
2020 CPH
3,266
+288
+9.7%
2024 POPCEN
3,359
+93
+2.8%
2015–2020: +9.7% total (+1.86%/yr).2020–2024: +2.8% total (+0.70%/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 Tanjay
15thof 24
Among the lower half of City of Tanjay by population.
Share of City of Tanjay
4.0%
of the city's total 84,593 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
147thof 557
Province-wide percentile: 74.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Tanjay (city) class
4th
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 Luca in City of Tanjay 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 Luca
Where is Barangay Luca located?▾
Barangay Luca is a barangay in the City of Tanjay, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Luca hall?▾
Barangay Luca is located in City of Tanjay, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Luca?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Luca is Denver Manolong Bokingkito (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Luca?▾
You can contact Barangay Luca via phone at 0985-138-1554.
What city is Barangay Luca part of?▾
Barangay Luca is one of 24 barangays in the City of Tanjay, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Luca urban or rural?▾
Barangay Luca 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 Tanjay?▾
City of Tanjay is classified as a 4th 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 Luca.
Has the population of Barangay Luca been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Luca went from 3,266 residents to 3,359 — a change of +2.8% 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 Luca in?▾
Barangay Luca is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 24 barangays administered by City of Tanjay.
How many barangays are in City of Tanjay?▾
City of Tanjay has 24 barangays, including Barangay Luca. You can browse the full list on our City of Tanjay page.
How many residents does Barangay Luca have?▾
Barangay Luca had a population of 3,359 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Luca?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Tanjay is 6204. 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 Luca, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Luca 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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