Barangay Cambuhay is a barangay in Daram, Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Daram. It had a population of 463 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Luisito Catigawan Baras(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cambuhay · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+3.6% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Cambuhay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
447
—
—
2020 CPH
454
+7
+1.6%
2024 POPCEN
463
+9
+2.0%
2015–2020: +1.6% total (+0.31%/yr).2020–2024: +2.0% total (+0.49%/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
42ndof 58
Among the lower half of Daram by population.
Share of Daram
1.1%
of the municipality's total 41,932 residents.
Rank in Samar
568thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 40.
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.
About Barangay Cambuhay
Barangay Cambuhay forms part of Daram, a municipality in Samar, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cambuhay had a population of 463. This made it the 42nd largest of 58 barangays in Daram by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cambuhay accounted for approximately 1.10% of the total population of Daram, which stood at 41,932 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Cambuhay moved from 454 residents to 463, an intercensal change of +2.0%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Cambuhay 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 of 58 barangays, of which Barangay Cambuhay is one. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cambuhay ranks 568th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Cambuhay
Where is Barangay Cambuhay located?▾
Barangay Cambuhay is a barangay in the municipality of Daram, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cambuhay hall?▾
Barangay Cambuhay 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 Cambuhay?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Cambuhay is Luisito Catigawan Baras (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Cambuhay?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Cambuhay is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Daram LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Cambuhay part of?▾
Barangay Cambuhay is one of 58 barangays in the municipality of Daram, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cambuhay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cambuhay 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 Cambuhay.
Has the population of Barangay Cambuhay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cambuhay went from 454 residents to 463 — a change of +2.0% 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 Cambuhay in?▾
Barangay Cambuhay 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 Cambuhay. You can browse the full list on our Daram page.
How many residents does Barangay Cambuhay have?▾
Barangay Cambuhay had a population of 463 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cambuhay?▾
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 Cambuhay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cambuhay was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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