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Punong Barangay
Crisanto Cisista Cabasig SR(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Macalpe · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Macalpe
Situated in Daram, Samar, Barangay Macalpe is one of 58 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Macalpe had a population of 476. This made it the 39th largest of 58 barangays in Daram by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Macalpe accounted for approximately 1.14% of the total population of Daram, which stood at 41,932 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 399 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 476 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +19.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Macalpe 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 Macalpe, 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 Macalpe ranks 560th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Macalpe 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 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 Macalpe from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
460
—
—
2020 CPH
399
-61
-13.3%
2024 POPCEN
476
+77
+19.3%
2015–2020: -13.3% total (-2.81%/yr).2020–2024: +19.3% total (+4.51%/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
39thof 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
560thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 41.
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 Macalpe
Where is Barangay Macalpe located?▾
Barangay Macalpe is a barangay in the municipality of Daram, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Macalpe hall?▾
Barangay Macalpe 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 Macalpe?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Macalpe is Crisanto Cisista Cabasig SR (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Macalpe?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Macalpe 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 Macalpe part of?▾
Barangay Macalpe is one of 58 barangays in the municipality of Daram, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Macalpe urban or rural?▾
Barangay Macalpe 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 Macalpe.
Has the population of Barangay Macalpe been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Macalpe went from 399 residents to 476 — a change of +19.3% 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 Macalpe in?▾
Barangay Macalpe 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 Macalpe. You can browse the full list on our Daram page.
How many residents does Barangay Macalpe have?▾
Barangay Macalpe had a population of 476 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Macalpe?▾
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 Macalpe, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Macalpe 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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