Situated in the municipality of Dangcagan, Bukidnon, Barangay Bugwak is one of the administrative divisions of Northern Mindanao. It had a population of 837 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Gloria Ortiz Loquez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bugwak · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Bugwak
Barangay Bugwak forms part of Dangcagan, a municipality in Bukidnon, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bugwak had a population of 837. This made it the 13th largest of 14 barangays in Dangcagan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bugwak accounted for approximately 3.09% of the total population of Dangcagan, which stood at 27,128 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 Bugwak changed from 726 to 837, a shift of +15.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Dangcagan. Barangay Bugwak is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dangcagan is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bugwak, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bukidnon, which contains 464 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bugwak ranks 426th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bukidnon is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Dangcagan 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 Bugwak from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
653
—
—
2020 CPH
726
+73
+11.2%
2024 POPCEN
837
+111
+15.3%
2015–2020: +11.2% total (+2.14%/yr).2020–2024: +15.3% total (+3.62%/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 Dangcagan
13thof 14
Among the smaller barangays of Dangcagan by population.
Share of Dangcagan
3.1%
of the municipality's total 27,128 residents.
Rank in Bukidnon
426thof 464
Province-wide percentile: 8.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Dangcagan (municipality) class
3rd
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 Bugwak
Where is Barangay Bugwak located?▾
Barangay Bugwak is a barangay in the municipality of Dangcagan, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bugwak hall?▾
Barangay Bugwak is located in Dangcagan, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bugwak?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bugwak is Gloria Ortiz Loquez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bugwak?▾
You can contact Barangay Bugwak via phone at 09171822531.
What municipality is Barangay Bugwak part of?▾
Barangay Bugwak is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Dangcagan, Bukidnon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bugwak urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bugwak 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 Dangcagan?▾
Dangcagan is classified as a 3rd 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 Bugwak.
Has the population of Barangay Bugwak been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bugwak went from 726 residents to 837 — a change of +15.3% 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 Bugwak in?▾
Barangay Bugwak is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Bukidnon, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Dangcagan.
How many barangays are in Dangcagan?▾
Dangcagan has 14 barangays, including Barangay Bugwak. You can browse the full list on our Dangcagan page.
How many residents does Barangay Bugwak have?▾
Barangay Bugwak had a population of 837 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bugwak?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dangcagan is 8719. 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 Bugwak, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bugwak was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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