Located in City of Tanjay, Negros Oriental, Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo is one of 24 barangays in the City of Tanjay. It had a population of 5,109 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Feliciano Reynado Torres Jr(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo
Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo is a large barangay in the City of Tanjay, located in the province of Negros Oriental, in the Negros Island Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo had a population of 5,109. This made it the 3rd largest of 24 barangays in City of Tanjay by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo accounted for approximately 6.04% of the total population of City of Tanjay, which stood at 84,593 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo moved from 5,063 residents to 5,109, an intercensal change of +0.9%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Tanjay is a city comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo, 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 Santa Cruz Viejo ranks 61st 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.
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 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 Santa Cruz Viejo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
5,186
—
—
2020 CPH
5,063
-123
-2.4%
2024 POPCEN
5,109
+46
+0.9%
2015–2020: -2.4% total (-0.48%/yr).2020–2024: +0.9% total (+0.23%/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
3rdof 24
Among the top 10% of City of Tanjay by population.
Share of City of Tanjay
6.0%
of the city's total 84,593 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
61stof 557
Province-wide percentile: 89.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo
Where is Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo located?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo is a barangay in the City of Tanjay, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo hall?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo 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 Santa Cruz Viejo?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo is Feliciano Reynado Torres Jr (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo?▾
You can contact Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo via phone at (035) 527-8200.
What city is Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo part of?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo is one of 24 barangays in the City of Tanjay, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo 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 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 Santa Cruz Viejo.
Has the population of Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo went from 5,063 residents to 5,109 — a change of +0.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo in?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo 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 Santa Cruz Viejo. You can browse the full list on our City of Tanjay page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo have?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo had a population of 5,109 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo?▾
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 Santa Cruz Viejo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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Information on Barangay Santa Cruz Viejo, City of Tanjay is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-27.
