Situated in the municipality of General Luna, Surigao Del Norte, Barangay La Januza is one of the administrative divisions of Caraga. It had a population of 321 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Marvin Consigna Dolera(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay La Januza · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay La Januza
Barangay La Januza is a very small barangay in the municipality of General Luna, located in the province of Surigao Del Norte, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay La Januza had a population of 321. This made it the 19th largest of 19 barangays in General Luna by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay La Januza accounted for approximately 1.27% of the total population of General Luna, which stood at 25,208 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 371 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 321 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -13.5%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay La Januza is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
General Luna is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay La Januza, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay La Januza ranks 321st by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay La Januza is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 General Luna 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 La Januza from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
320
—
—
2020 CPH
371
+51
+15.9%
2024 POPCEN
321
-50
-13.5%
2015–2020: +15.9% total (+3.00%/yr).2020–2024: -13.5% total (-3.55%/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 General Luna
19thof 19
Among the smaller barangays of General Luna by population.
Share of General Luna
1.3%
of the municipality's total 25,208 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
321stof 335
Province-wide percentile: 4.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
General Luna (municipality) class
5th
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 La Januza
Where is Barangay La Januza located?▾
Barangay La Januza is a barangay in the municipality of General Luna, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay La Januza hall?▾
Barangay La Januza is located in General Luna, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay La Januza?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay La Januza is Marvin Consigna Dolera (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay La Januza?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay La Januza is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official General Luna LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay La Januza part of?▾
Barangay La Januza is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of General Luna, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay La Januza urban or rural?▾
Barangay La Januza 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 General Luna?▾
General Luna is classified as a 5th 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 La Januza.
Has the population of Barangay La Januza been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay La Januza went from 371 residents to 321 — a change of -13.5% 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 La Januza in?▾
Barangay La Januza is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 19 barangays administered by General Luna.
How many barangays are in General Luna?▾
General Luna has 19 barangays, including Barangay La Januza. You can browse the full list on our General Luna page.
How many residents does Barangay La Januza have?▾
Barangay La Januza had a population of 321 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay La Januza?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for General Luna is 8419. 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 La Januza, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay La Januza 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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