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Punong Barangay
Joseph Escalora Enconado(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bulacao · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bulacao
Barangay Bulacao forms part of Gubat, a municipality in Sorsogon, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bulacao had a population of 1,865. This made it the 10th largest of 42 barangays in Gubat by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bulacao accounted for approximately 3.05% of the total population of Gubat, which stood at 61,095 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,950 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,865 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -4.4%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Bulacao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Gubat is a municipality comprising 42 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bulacao, 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 Bulacao ranks 145th 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.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Gubat 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 Bulacao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,024
—
—
2020 CPH
1,950
-74
-3.7%
2024 POPCEN
1,865
-85
-4.4%
2015–2020: -3.7% total (-0.74%/yr).2020–2024: -4.4% total (-1.11%/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 Gubat
10thof 42
Among the top quartile of Gubat by population.
Share of Gubat
3.1%
of the municipality's total 61,095 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
145thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 73.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Gubat (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 Bulacao
Where is Barangay Bulacao located?▾
Barangay Bulacao is a barangay in the municipality of Gubat, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bulacao hall?▾
Barangay Bulacao is located in Gubat, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulacao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulacao is Joseph Escalora Enconado (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bulacao?▾
You can contact Barangay Bulacao via phone at 09686237735.
What municipality is Barangay Bulacao part of?▾
Barangay Bulacao is one of 42 barangays in the municipality of Gubat, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bulacao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bulacao 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 Gubat?▾
Gubat 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 Bulacao.
Has the population of Barangay Bulacao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bulacao went from 1,950 residents to 1,865 — a change of -4.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bulacao in?▾
Barangay Bulacao 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 42 barangays administered by Gubat.
How many barangays are in Gubat?▾
Gubat has 42 barangays, including Barangay Bulacao. You can browse the full list on our Gubat page.
How many residents does Barangay Bulacao have?▾
Barangay Bulacao had a population of 1,865 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bulacao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gubat is 4710. 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 Bulacao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bulacao 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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