Barangay Tunga-tunga is a barangay in Dauin, Negros Oriental, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Dauin. It had a population of 953 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Nerio Alatan Evangelista(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tunga-tunga · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Tunga-tunga
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Tunga-tunga is one of the administrative divisions of Dauin in Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tunga-tunga had a population of 953. This made it the 13th largest of 23 barangays in Dauin by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tunga-tunga accounted for approximately 3.08% 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 Tunga-tunga moved from 1,069 residents to 953, an intercensal change of -10.9%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Tunga-tunga 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 Tunga-tunga, 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 Tunga-tunga ranks 471st 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 Tunga-tunga 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 Tunga-tunga from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
924
—
—
2020 CPH
1,069
+145
+15.7%
2024 POPCEN
953
-116
-10.9%
2015–2020: +15.7% total (+2.96%/yr).2020–2024: -10.9% total (-2.83%/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
13thof 23
Among the lower half of Dauin by population.
Share of Dauin
3.1%
of the municipality's total 30,921 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
471stof 557
Province-wide percentile: 16.
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 Tunga-tunga
Where is Barangay Tunga-tunga located?▾
Barangay Tunga-tunga is a barangay in the municipality of Dauin, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tunga-tunga hall?▾
Barangay Tunga-tunga 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 Tunga-tunga?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tunga-tunga is Nerio Alatan Evangelista (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tunga-tunga?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tunga-tunga 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 Tunga-tunga part of?▾
Barangay Tunga-tunga is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Dauin, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tunga-tunga urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tunga-tunga 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 Tunga-tunga.
Has the population of Barangay Tunga-tunga been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tunga-tunga went from 1,069 residents to 953 — a change of -10.9% 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 Tunga-tunga in?▾
Barangay Tunga-tunga 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 Tunga-tunga. You can browse the full list on our Dauin page.
How many residents does Barangay Tunga-tunga have?▾
Barangay Tunga-tunga had a population of 953 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tunga-tunga?▾
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 Tunga-tunga, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tunga-tunga was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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