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Punong Barangay
Alan Rufino Galindo Pondoc(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay De la Paz · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay De la Paz
Barangay De la Paz is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Cortes, located in the province of Bohol, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay De la Paz had a population of 3,084. This made it the 1st largest of 14 barangays in Cortes by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay De la Paz accounted for approximately 16.25% of the total population of Cortes, which stood at 18,976 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 De la Paz changed from 2,948 to 3,084, a shift of +4.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Cortes. Barangay De la Paz is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Cortes is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay De la Paz, 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 De la Paz ranks 55th 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 De la Paz 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 Cortes 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 De la Paz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,824
—
—
2020 CPH
2,948
+124
+4.4%
2024 POPCEN
3,084
+136
+4.6%
2015–2020: +4.4% total (+0.86%/yr).2020–2024: +4.6% total (+1.13%/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 Cortes
1stof 14
Among the top 10% of Cortes by population.
Share of Cortes
16.3%
of the municipality's total 18,976 residents.
Rank in Bohol
55thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 95.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Cortes (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 De la Paz
Where is Barangay De la Paz located?▾
Barangay De la Paz is a barangay in the municipality of Cortes, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay De la Paz hall?▾
Barangay De la Paz is located in Cortes, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay De la Paz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay De la Paz is Alan Rufino Galindo Pondoc (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay De la Paz?▾
You can contact Barangay De la Paz via phone at 505-6355.
What municipality is Barangay De la Paz part of?▾
Barangay De la Paz is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Cortes, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay De la Paz urban or rural?▾
Barangay De la Paz 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 Cortes?▾
Cortes 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 De la Paz.
Has the population of Barangay De la Paz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay De la Paz went from 2,948 residents to 3,084 — a change of +4.6% 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 De la Paz in?▾
Barangay De la Paz 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 14 barangays administered by Cortes.
How many barangays are in Cortes?▾
Cortes has 14 barangays, including Barangay De la Paz. You can browse the full list on our Cortes page.
How many residents does Barangay De la Paz have?▾
Barangay De la Paz had a population of 3,084 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay De la Paz?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Cortes is 6341. 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 De la Paz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay De la Paz 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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