Situated in the municipality of Dolores, Eastern Samar, Barangay Bonghon is one of the administrative divisions of Eastern Visayas. It had a population of 1,016 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Juanito Concan Tegio(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bonghon · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+27.6% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Bonghon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
796
—
—
2020 CPH
912
+116
+14.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,016
+104
+11.4%
2015–2020: +14.6% total (+2.76%/yr).2020–2024: +11.4% total (+2.74%/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 Dolores
17thof 46
Among the upper half of Dolores by population.
Share of Dolores
2.2%
of the municipality's total 45,314 residents.
Rank in Eastern Samar
147thof 597
Province-wide percentile: 76.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Dolores (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 Bonghon
Situated in Dolores, Eastern Samar, Barangay Bonghon is one of 46 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bonghon had a population of 1,016. This made it the 17th largest of 46 barangays in Dolores by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bonghon accounted for approximately 2.24% of the total population of Dolores, which stood at 45,314 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 912 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,016 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +11.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Bonghon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dolores is a municipality of 46 barangays, of which Barangay Bonghon is one. Within the wider province of Eastern Samar, which contains 597 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bonghon ranks 147th by 2024 POPCEN population. Eastern Samar is classified as a 2nd 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 Dolores 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 Bonghon
Where is Barangay Bonghon located?▾
Barangay Bonghon is a barangay in the municipality of Dolores, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bonghon hall?▾
Barangay Bonghon is located in Dolores, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bonghon?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Bonghon is Juanito Concan Tegio (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Bonghon?▾
You can contact Barangay Bonghon via phone at 09536310913.
What municipality is Barangay Bonghon part of?▾
Barangay Bonghon is one of 46 barangays in the municipality of Dolores, Eastern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bonghon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bonghon 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 Dolores?▾
Dolores 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 Bonghon.
Has the population of Barangay Bonghon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bonghon went from 912 residents to 1,016 — a change of +11.4% 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 Bonghon in?▾
Barangay Bonghon is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Eastern Samar, and is one of 46 barangays administered by Dolores.
How many barangays are in Dolores?▾
Dolores has 46 barangays, including Barangay Bonghon. You can browse the full list on our Dolores page.
How many residents does Barangay Bonghon have?▾
Barangay Bonghon had a population of 1,016 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bonghon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dolores is 6817. 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 Bonghon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bonghon 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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