Barangay Poblacion Sur is a local government unit in Clarin, Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,276 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
Prospero Piezas Montuya(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion Sur · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Poblacion Sur
Situated in Clarin, Bohol, Barangay Poblacion Sur is one of 24 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion Sur had a population of 1,276. This made it the 6th largest of 24 barangays in Clarin by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion Sur accounted for approximately 5.99% of the total population of Clarin, which stood at 21,318 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 Poblacion Sur changed from 1,381 to 1,276, a shift of -7.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Clarin. Barangay Poblacion Sur 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 Poblacion Sur, 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 Poblacion Sur ranks 359th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Poblacion Sur 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 Poblacion Sur from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,246
—
—
2020 CPH
1,381
+135
+10.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,276
-105
-7.6%
2015–2020: +10.8% total (+2.08%/yr).2020–2024: -7.6% total (-1.96%/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
6thof 24
Among the top quartile of Clarin by population.
Share of Clarin
6.0%
of the municipality's total 21,318 residents.
Rank in Bohol
359thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 68.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Poblacion Sur
Where is Barangay Poblacion Sur located?▾
Barangay Poblacion Sur is a barangay in the municipality of Clarin, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion Sur hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion Sur 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 Poblacion Sur?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion Sur is Prospero Piezas Montuya (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion Sur?▾
You can contact Barangay Poblacion Sur via phone at 0985442791.
What municipality is Barangay Poblacion Sur part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion Sur is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Clarin, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion Sur urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion Sur 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 Poblacion Sur.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion Sur been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion Sur went from 1,381 residents to 1,276 — a change of -7.6% 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 Poblacion Sur in?▾
Barangay Poblacion Sur 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 Poblacion Sur. You can browse the full list on our Clarin page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion Sur have?▾
Barangay Poblacion Sur had a population of 1,276 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion Sur?▾
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 Poblacion Sur, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion Sur 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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