Barangay Lapasan is a barangay in Clarin, Misamis Occidental, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Clarin. It had a population of 4,411 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 Clarin. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Alex Paglinawan Cuizon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lapasan · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay Lapasan
Situated in Clarin, Misamis Occidental, Barangay Lapasan is one of 29 barangays that make up the municipality within Northern Mindanao.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lapasan had a population of 4,411. This made it the 1st largest of 29 barangays in Clarin by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lapasan accounted for approximately 11.06% of the total population of Clarin, which stood at 39,867 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Lapasan moved from 4,813 residents to 4,411, an intercensal change of -8.4%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Lapasan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Clarin is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lapasan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Occidental, which contains 490 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lapasan ranks 14th by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Occidental is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Lapasan 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 Clarin 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 Lapasan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,428
—
—
2020 CPH
4,813
+385
+8.7%
2024 POPCEN
4,411
-402
-8.4%
2015–2020: +8.7% total (+1.68%/yr).2020–2024: -8.4% total (-2.16%/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 Clarin
1stof 29
Among the top 10% of Clarin by population.
Share of Clarin
11.1%
of the municipality's total 39,867 residents.
Rank in Misamis Occidental
14thof 490
Province-wide percentile: 97.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Clarin (municipality) class
4th
Parent municipality 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 Lapasan
Where is Barangay Lapasan located?▾
Barangay Lapasan is a barangay in the municipality of Clarin, Misamis Occidental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lapasan hall?▾
Barangay Lapasan is located in Clarin, Misamis Occidental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lapasan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lapasan is Alex Paglinawan Cuizon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lapasan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lapasan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Clarin LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lapasan part of?▾
Barangay Lapasan is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Clarin, Misamis Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lapasan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lapasan 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 municipality.
What is the income classification of Clarin?▾
Clarin is classified as a 4th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality'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 Lapasan.
Has the population of Barangay Lapasan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lapasan went from 4,813 residents to 4,411 — a change of -8.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lapasan in?▾
Barangay Lapasan is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Occidental, and is one of 29 barangays administered by Clarin.
How many barangays are in Clarin?▾
Clarin has 29 barangays, including Barangay Lapasan. You can browse the full list on our Clarin page.
How many residents does Barangay Lapasan have?▾
Barangay Lapasan had a population of 4,411 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lapasan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Clarin is 7201. 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 Lapasan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lapasan was last updated on 2026-05-29. 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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