Barangay Magcaraguit is a barangay in Dimasalang, Masbate, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Dimasalang. It had a population of 1,406 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Diofilan Franco Babas(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Magcaraguit · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Magcaraguit
Situated in Dimasalang, Masbate, Barangay Magcaraguit is one of 20 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Magcaraguit had a population of 1,406. This made it the 9th largest of 20 barangays in Dimasalang by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Magcaraguit accounted for approximately 5.61% of the total population of Dimasalang, which stood at 25,054 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,282 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,406 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Magcaraguit is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dimasalang is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Magcaraguit, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Magcaraguit ranks 255th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate 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 Dimasalang 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 Magcaraguit from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,602
—
—
2020 CPH
1,282
-320
-20.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,406
+124
+9.7%
2015–2020: -20.0% total (-4.36%/yr).2020–2024: +9.7% total (+2.34%/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 Dimasalang
9thof 20
Among the upper half of Dimasalang by population.
Share of Dimasalang
5.6%
of the municipality's total 25,054 residents.
Rank in Masbate
255thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Dimasalang (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 Magcaraguit
Where is Barangay Magcaraguit located?▾
Barangay Magcaraguit is a barangay in the municipality of Dimasalang, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Magcaraguit hall?▾
Barangay Magcaraguit is located in Dimasalang, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Magcaraguit?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Magcaraguit is Diofilan Franco Babas (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Magcaraguit?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Magcaraguit is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Dimasalang LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Magcaraguit part of?▾
Barangay Magcaraguit is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Dimasalang, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Magcaraguit urban or rural?▾
Barangay Magcaraguit 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 Dimasalang?▾
Dimasalang 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 Magcaraguit.
Has the population of Barangay Magcaraguit been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Magcaraguit went from 1,282 residents to 1,406 — a change of +9.7% 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 Magcaraguit in?▾
Barangay Magcaraguit is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Dimasalang.
How many barangays are in Dimasalang?▾
Dimasalang has 20 barangays, including Barangay Magcaraguit. You can browse the full list on our Dimasalang page.
How many residents does Barangay Magcaraguit have?▾
Barangay Magcaraguit had a population of 1,406 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Magcaraguit?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dimasalang is 5403. 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 Magcaraguit, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Magcaraguit was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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