Barangay Labao is a barangay in Esperanza, Agusan Del Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Esperanza. It had a population of 1,004 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jessie Gorne Gorne(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Labao · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+8.0% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Labao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
930
—
—
2020 CPH
980
+50
+5.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,004
+24
+2.4%
2015–2020: +5.4% total (+1.05%/yr).2020–2024: +2.4% total (+0.61%/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 Esperanza
24thof 47
Among the upper half of Esperanza by population.
Share of Esperanza
1.7%
of the municipality's total 59,065 residents.
Rank in Agusan Del Sur
239thof 314
Province-wide percentile: 24.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Esperanza (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.
About Barangay Labao
Situated in Esperanza, Agusan Del Sur, Barangay Labao is one of 47 barangays that make up the municipality within Caraga.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Labao had a population of 1,004. This made it the 24th largest of 47 barangays in Esperanza by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Labao accounted for approximately 1.70% of the total population of Esperanza, which stood at 59,065 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 980 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,004 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Labao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Esperanza is a municipality of 47 barangays, of which Barangay Labao is one. Within the wider province of Agusan Del Sur, which contains 314 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Labao ranks 239th by 2024 POPCEN population. Agusan Del Sur is classified as a 1st 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 Esperanza 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 Labao
Where is Barangay Labao located?▾
Barangay Labao is a barangay in the municipality of Esperanza, Agusan Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Labao hall?▾
Barangay Labao is located in Esperanza, Agusan Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Labao?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Labao is Jessie Gorne Gorne (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Labao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Labao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Esperanza LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Labao part of?▾
Barangay Labao is one of 47 barangays in the municipality of Esperanza, Agusan Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Labao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Labao 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 Esperanza?▾
Esperanza 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 Labao.
Has the population of Barangay Labao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Labao went from 980 residents to 1,004 — a change of +2.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Labao in?▾
Barangay Labao is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Agusan Del Sur, and is one of 47 barangays administered by Esperanza.
How many barangays are in Esperanza?▾
Esperanza has 47 barangays, including Barangay Labao. You can browse the full list on our Esperanza page.
How many residents does Barangay Labao have?▾
Barangay Labao had a population of 1,004 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Labao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Esperanza is 8513. 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 Labao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Labao was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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