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Punong Barangay
Mariano Banares Belardo JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bayawas · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bayawas
Situated in Donsol, Sorsogon, Barangay Bayawas is one of 51 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bayawas had a population of 520. This made it the 32nd largest of 51 barangays in Donsol by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bayawas accounted for approximately 1.00% of the total population of Donsol, which stood at 51,781 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 Bayawas changed from 567 to 520, a shift of -8.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Donsol. Barangay Bayawas is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Donsol is a municipality comprising 51 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bayawas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bayawas ranks 488th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Bayawas 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 Donsol 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 Bayawas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
477
—
—
2020 CPH
567
+90
+18.9%
2024 POPCEN
520
-47
-8.3%
2015–2020: +18.9% total (+3.52%/yr).2020–2024: -8.3% total (-2.14%/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 Donsol
32ndof 51
Among the lower half of Donsol by population.
Share of Donsol
1.0%
of the municipality's total 51,781 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
488thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 10.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Donsol (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bayawas
Where is Barangay Bayawas located?▾
Barangay Bayawas is a barangay in the municipality of Donsol, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bayawas hall?▾
Barangay Bayawas is located in Donsol, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bayawas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bayawas is Mariano Banares Belardo JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bayawas?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bayawas is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Donsol LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bayawas part of?▾
Barangay Bayawas is one of 51 barangays in the municipality of Donsol, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bayawas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bayawas 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 Donsol?▾
Donsol 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 Bayawas.
Has the population of Barangay Bayawas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bayawas went from 567 residents to 520 — a change of -8.3% 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 Bayawas in?▾
Barangay Bayawas is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 51 barangays administered by Donsol.
How many barangays are in Donsol?▾
Donsol has 51 barangays, including Barangay Bayawas. You can browse the full list on our Donsol page.
How many residents does Barangay Bayawas have?▾
Barangay Bayawas had a population of 520 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bayawas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Donsol is 4715. 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 Bayawas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bayawas 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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