Situated in the municipality of Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, Barangay Poblacion is one of the administrative divisions of Davao Region. It had a population of 5,855 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Barangay Poblacion forms part of Governor Generoso, a municipality in Davao Oriental, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion had a population of 5,855. This made it the 2nd largest of 20 barangays in Governor Generoso by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion accounted for approximately 9.19% of the total population of Governor Generoso, which stood at 63,695 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Poblacion moved from 5,692 residents to 5,855, an intercensal change of +2.9%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Poblacion is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Governor Generoso is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poblacion, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Davao Oriental, which contains 183 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poblacion ranks 18th by 2024 POPCEN population. Davao Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Poblacion 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 Governor Generoso 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 Poblacion from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,792
—
—
2020 CPH
5,692
+900
+18.8%
2024 POPCEN
5,855
+163
+2.9%
2015–2020: +18.8% total (+3.50%/yr).2020–2024: +2.9% total (+0.71%/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 Governor Generoso
2ndof 20
Among the top 10% of Governor Generoso by population.
Share of Governor Generoso
9.2%
of the municipality's total 63,695 residents.
Rank in Davao Oriental
18thof 183
Province-wide percentile: 91.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Governor Generoso (municipality) class
2nd
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 Poblacion
Where is Barangay Poblacion located?▾
Barangay Poblacion is a barangay in the municipality of Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion is located in Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, Davao Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion is Edison Marmita Sisor (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Poblacion is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Governor Generoso LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Poblacion part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Governor Generoso?▾
Governor Generoso is classified as a 2nd 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 Poblacion.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion went from 5,692 residents to 5,855 — a change of +2.9% 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 Poblacion in?▾
Barangay Poblacion is part of the Davao Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Davao Region, the barangay falls under the province of Davao Oriental, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Governor Generoso.
How many barangays are in Governor Generoso?▾
Governor Generoso has 20 barangays, including Barangay Poblacion. You can browse the full list on our Governor Generoso page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion have?▾
Barangay Poblacion had a population of 5,855 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion 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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Information on Barangay Poblacion, Governor Generoso is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
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