Barangay Pualas is a barangay in Don Carlos, Bukidnon, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Don Carlos. It had a population of 2,652 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rex Lahoylahoy Lapis(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pualas · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Pualas
Barangay Pualas is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Don Carlos, located in the province of Bukidnon, in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Pualas had a population of 2,652. This made it the 11th largest of 29 barangays in Don Carlos by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pualas accounted for approximately 3.60% of the total population of Don Carlos, which stood at 73,592 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Pualas changed from 2,227 to 2,652, a shift of +19.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Don Carlos. Barangay Pualas is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Don Carlos is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Pualas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bukidnon, which contains 464 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Pualas ranks 203rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Bukidnon 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 Don Carlos 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 Pualas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,326
—
—
2020 CPH
2,227
-99
-4.3%
2024 POPCEN
2,652
+425
+19.1%
2015–2020: -4.3% total (-0.87%/yr).2020–2024: +19.1% total (+4.46%/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 Don Carlos
11thof 29
Among the upper half of Don Carlos by population.
Share of Don Carlos
3.6%
of the municipality's total 73,592 residents.
Rank in Bukidnon
203rdof 464
Province-wide percentile: 56.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Don Carlos (municipality) class
1st
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Pualas in Don Carlos during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Pualas
Where is Barangay Pualas located?▾
Barangay Pualas is a barangay in the municipality of Don Carlos, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pualas hall?▾
Barangay Pualas is located in Don Carlos, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Pualas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Pualas is Rex Lahoylahoy Lapis (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Pualas?▾
You can contact Barangay Pualas via phone at 09361272489.
What municipality is Barangay Pualas part of?▾
Barangay Pualas is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Don Carlos, Bukidnon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pualas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pualas 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 Don Carlos?▾
Don Carlos is classified as a 1st 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 Pualas.
Has the population of Barangay Pualas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pualas went from 2,227 residents to 2,652 — a change of +19.1% 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 Pualas in?▾
Barangay Pualas is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Bukidnon, and is one of 29 barangays administered by Don Carlos.
How many barangays are in Don Carlos?▾
Don Carlos has 29 barangays, including Barangay Pualas. You can browse the full list on our Don Carlos page.
How many residents does Barangay Pualas have?▾
Barangay Pualas had a population of 2,652 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pualas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Don Carlos is 8712. 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 Pualas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pualas was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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