Barangay Buhilit is a local government unit in City of Tarlac, Tarlac, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,209 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 Tarlac. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Andy Dueñas Absalon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buhilit · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Buhilit
Barangay Buhilit is a mid-sized barangay in the City of Tarlac, located in the province of Tarlac, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buhilit had a population of 2,209. This made it the 58th largest of 76 barangays in City of Tarlac by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Buhilit accounted for approximately 0.55% of the total population of City of Tarlac, which stood at 401,892 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Buhilit changed from 2,109 to 2,209, a shift of +4.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in City of Tarlac. Barangay Buhilit is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Tarlac is a city comprising 76 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buhilit, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Tarlac, which contains 511 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buhilit ranks 248th by 2024 POPCEN population. Tarlac is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Buhilit is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Tarlac 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 Buhilit from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,771
—
—
2020 CPH
2,109
+338
+19.1%
2024 POPCEN
2,209
+100
+4.7%
2015–2020: +19.1% total (+3.56%/yr).2020–2024: +4.7% total (+1.16%/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 Tarlac
58thof 76
Among the lower half of City of Tarlac by population.
Share of City of Tarlac
0.55%
of the city's total 401,892 residents.
Rank in Tarlac
248thof 511
Province-wide percentile: 52.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
City of Tarlac (city) class
1st
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 Buhilit in City of Tarlac 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 Buhilit
Where is Barangay Buhilit located?▾
Barangay Buhilit is a barangay in the City of Tarlac, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buhilit hall?▾
Barangay Buhilit is located in City of Tarlac, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buhilit?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buhilit is Andy Dueñas Absalon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buhilit?▾
You can contact Barangay Buhilit via phone at 0985-9422-408.
What city is Barangay Buhilit part of?▾
Barangay Buhilit is one of 76 barangays in the City of Tarlac, Tarlac, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buhilit urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buhilit 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 Tarlac?▾
City of Tarlac is classified as a 1st 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 Buhilit.
Has the population of Barangay Buhilit been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buhilit went from 2,109 residents to 2,209 — a change of +4.7% 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 Buhilit in?▾
Barangay Buhilit is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Tarlac, and is one of 76 barangays administered by City of Tarlac.
How many barangays are in City of Tarlac?▾
City of Tarlac has 76 barangays, including Barangay Buhilit. You can browse the full list on our City of Tarlac page.
How many residents does Barangay Buhilit have?▾
Barangay Buhilit had a population of 2,209 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buhilit?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Tarlac is 2300. 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 Buhilit, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buhilit 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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