Barangay Cantoyoc is a local government unit in Clarin, Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 319 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
Anastacio Sanchez Polinar(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cantoyoc · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Cantoyoc
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Cantoyoc is one of the administrative divisions of Clarin in Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cantoyoc had a population of 319. This made it the 23rd largest of 24 barangays in Clarin by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cantoyoc accounted for approximately 1.50% of the total population of Clarin, which stood at 21,318 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Cantoyoc moved from 322 residents to 319, an intercensal change of -0.9%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Cantoyoc is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Clarin is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cantoyoc, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bohol, which contains 1,109 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cantoyoc ranks 1044th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bohol is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Cantoyoc 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 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 Cantoyoc from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
346
—
—
2020 CPH
322
-24
-6.9%
2024 POPCEN
319
-3
-0.9%
2015–2020: -6.9% total (-1.43%/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 Clarin
23rdof 24
Among the smaller barangays of Clarin by population.
Share of Clarin
1.5%
of the municipality's total 21,318 residents.
Rank in Bohol
1044thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 6.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Clarin (municipality) class
5th
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Cantoyoc in Clarin 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 Cantoyoc
Where is Barangay Cantoyoc located?▾
Barangay Cantoyoc is a barangay in the municipality of Clarin, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cantoyoc hall?▾
Barangay Cantoyoc is located in Clarin, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cantoyoc?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cantoyoc is Anastacio Sanchez Polinar (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cantoyoc?▾
You can contact Barangay Cantoyoc via phone at 09949459874.
What municipality is Barangay Cantoyoc part of?▾
Barangay Cantoyoc is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Clarin, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cantoyoc urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cantoyoc 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 Clarin?▾
Clarin is classified as a 5th 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 Cantoyoc.
Has the population of Barangay Cantoyoc been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cantoyoc went from 322 residents to 319 — 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 Cantoyoc in?▾
Barangay Cantoyoc is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Bohol, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Clarin.
How many barangays are in Clarin?▾
Clarin has 24 barangays, including Barangay Cantoyoc. You can browse the full list on our Clarin page.
How many residents does Barangay Cantoyoc have?▾
Barangay Cantoyoc had a population of 319 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cantoyoc?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Clarin is 6330. 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 Cantoyoc, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cantoyoc 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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