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Punong Barangay
Daniel Garces Ganolon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Mag-aso · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Mag-aso
Barangay Mag-aso is a small barangay in the municipality of Dauin, located in the province of Negros Oriental, in the Negros Island Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Mag-aso had a population of 893. This made it the 16th largest of 23 barangays in Dauin by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Mag-aso accounted for approximately 2.89% of the total population of Dauin, which stood at 30,921 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Mag-aso moved from 887 residents to 893, an intercensal change of +0.7%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Mag-aso is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dauin is a municipality comprising 23 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Mag-aso, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Mag-aso ranks 484th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Mag-aso is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Dauin 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 Mag-aso from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
890
—
—
2020 CPH
887
-3
-0.3%
2024 POPCEN
893
+6
+0.7%
2015–2020: -0.3% total (-0.07%/yr).2020–2024: +0.7% total (+0.17%/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 Dauin
16thof 23
Among the lower half of Dauin by population.
Share of Dauin
2.9%
of the municipality's total 30,921 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
484thof 557
Province-wide percentile: 13.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Dauin (municipality) class
4th
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 Mag-aso
Where is Barangay Mag-aso located?▾
Barangay Mag-aso is a barangay in the municipality of Dauin, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Mag-aso hall?▾
Barangay Mag-aso is located in Dauin, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Mag-aso?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Mag-aso is Daniel Garces Ganolon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Mag-aso?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Mag-aso is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Dauin LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Mag-aso part of?▾
Barangay Mag-aso is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Dauin, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Mag-aso urban or rural?▾
Barangay Mag-aso 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 Dauin?▾
Dauin is classified as a 4th 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 Mag-aso.
Has the population of Barangay Mag-aso been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Mag-aso went from 887 residents to 893 — a change of +0.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Mag-aso in?▾
Barangay Mag-aso is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 23 barangays administered by Dauin.
How many barangays are in Dauin?▾
Dauin has 23 barangays, including Barangay Mag-aso. You can browse the full list on our Dauin page.
How many residents does Barangay Mag-aso have?▾
Barangay Mag-aso had a population of 893 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Mag-aso?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dauin is 6217. 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 Mag-aso, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Mag-aso 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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