Barangay Bachao is a barangay in Daram, Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Daram. It had a population of 1,087 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Antonio Delan Senining(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bachao · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Bachao
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Bachao is one of the administrative divisions of Daram in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bachao had a population of 1,087. This made it the 10th largest of 58 barangays in Daram by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bachao accounted for approximately 2.59% of the total population of Daram, which stood at 41,932 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 Bachao changed from 1,342 to 1,087, a shift of -19.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Daram. Barangay Bachao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Daram is a municipality comprising 58 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bachao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bachao ranks 219th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar 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 Daram 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 Bachao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,525
—
—
2020 CPH
1,342
-183
-12.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,087
-255
-19.0%
2015–2020: -12.0% total (-2.52%/yr).2020–2024: -19.0% total (-5.13%/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 Daram
10thof 58
Among the top quartile of Daram by population.
Share of Daram
2.6%
of the municipality's total 41,932 residents.
Rank in Samar
219thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 77.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Daram (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 Bachao
Where is Barangay Bachao located?▾
Barangay Bachao is a barangay in the municipality of Daram, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bachao hall?▾
Barangay Bachao is located in Daram, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bachao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bachao is Antonio Delan Senining (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bachao?▾
You can contact Barangay Bachao via phone at 09060014724.
What municipality is Barangay Bachao part of?▾
Barangay Bachao is one of 58 barangays in the municipality of Daram, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bachao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bachao 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 Daram?▾
Daram 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 Bachao.
Has the population of Barangay Bachao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bachao went from 1,342 residents to 1,087 — a change of -19.0% 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 Bachao in?▾
Barangay Bachao is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 58 barangays administered by Daram.
How many barangays are in Daram?▾
Daram has 58 barangays, including Barangay Bachao. You can browse the full list on our Daram page.
How many residents does Barangay Bachao have?▾
Barangay Bachao had a population of 1,087 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bachao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Daram is 6722. 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 Bachao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bachao was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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