Barangay Mahagcot is a local government unit in Esperanza, Agusan Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 888 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Bryan Hernando Precioso(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Mahagcot · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+5.6% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Mahagcot from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
841
—
—
2020 CPH
951
+110
+13.1%
2024 POPCEN
888
-63
-6.6%
2015–2020: +13.1% total (+2.49%/yr).2020–2024: -6.6% total (-1.70%/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
28thof 47
Among the lower half of Esperanza by population.
Share of Esperanza
1.5%
of the municipality's total 59,065 residents.
Rank in Agusan Del Sur
256thof 314
Province-wide percentile: 19.
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 Mahagcot
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Mahagcot is one of the administrative divisions of Esperanza in Agusan Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Mahagcot had a population of 888. This made it the 28th largest of 47 barangays in Esperanza by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Mahagcot accounted for approximately 1.50% of the total population of Esperanza, which stood at 59,065 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Mahagcot moved from 951 residents to 888, an intercensal change of -6.6%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Mahagcot 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 Mahagcot is one. Within the wider province of Agusan Del Sur, which contains 314 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Mahagcot ranks 256th 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 Mahagcot
Where is Barangay Mahagcot located?▾
Barangay Mahagcot is a barangay in the municipality of Esperanza, Agusan Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Mahagcot hall?▾
Barangay Mahagcot 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 Mahagcot?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Mahagcot is Bryan Hernando Precioso (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Mahagcot?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Mahagcot 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 Mahagcot part of?▾
Barangay Mahagcot is one of 47 barangays in the municipality of Esperanza, Agusan Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Mahagcot urban or rural?▾
Barangay Mahagcot 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 Mahagcot.
Has the population of Barangay Mahagcot been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Mahagcot went from 951 residents to 888 — a change of -6.6% 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 Mahagcot in?▾
Barangay Mahagcot 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 Mahagcot. You can browse the full list on our Esperanza page.
How many residents does Barangay Mahagcot have?▾
Barangay Mahagcot had a population of 888 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Mahagcot?▾
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 Mahagcot, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Mahagcot 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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