Situated in the municipality of Claveria, Misamis Oriental, Barangay Pelaez is one of the administrative divisions of Northern Mindanao. It had a population of 1,346 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Abelardo Canios Ladra(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pelaez · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Pelaez
Barangay Pelaez forms part of Claveria, a municipality in Misamis Oriental, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Pelaez had a population of 1,346. This made it the 13th largest of 24 barangays in Claveria by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pelaez accounted for approximately 2.55% of the total population of Claveria, which stood at 52,718 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 Pelaez changed from 1,111 to 1,346, a shift of +21.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Claveria. Barangay Pelaez is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Claveria is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Pelaez, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Oriental, which contains 504 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Pelaez ranks 283rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Pelaez 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 Claveria 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 Pelaez from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
988
—
—
2020 CPH
1,111
+123
+12.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,346
+235
+21.2%
2015–2020: +12.4% total (+2.37%/yr).2020–2024: +21.2% total (+4.91%/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 Claveria
13thof 24
Among the upper half of Claveria by population.
Share of Claveria
2.6%
of the municipality's total 52,718 residents.
Rank in Misamis Oriental
283rdof 504
Province-wide percentile: 44.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Claveria (municipality) class
1st
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 Pelaez
Where is Barangay Pelaez located?▾
Barangay Pelaez is a barangay in the municipality of Claveria, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pelaez hall?▾
Barangay Pelaez is located in Claveria, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Pelaez?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Pelaez is Abelardo Canios Ladra (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Pelaez?▾
You can contact Barangay Pelaez via phone at 0900000000.
What municipality is Barangay Pelaez part of?▾
Barangay Pelaez is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Claveria, Misamis Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pelaez urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pelaez 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 Claveria?▾
Claveria is classified as a 1st 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 Pelaez.
Has the population of Barangay Pelaez been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pelaez went from 1,111 residents to 1,346 — a change of +21.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Pelaez in?▾
Barangay Pelaez is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Oriental, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Claveria.
How many barangays are in Claveria?▾
Claveria has 24 barangays, including Barangay Pelaez. You can browse the full list on our Claveria page.
How many residents does Barangay Pelaez have?▾
Barangay Pelaez had a population of 1,346 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pelaez?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Claveria is 9004. 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 Pelaez, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pelaez 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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