Hamtic · Antique
Barangay Buhang
Located in Hamtic, Antique, Barangay Buhang is one of 47 barangays in the municipality of Hamtic. It had a population of 2,273 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 2,273
- Population (2015)
- 2,159
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- +5.3%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Buhang
Barangay Buhang is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Hamtic, located in the province of Antique, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buhang had a population of 2,273. This made it the 6th largest of 47 barangays in Hamtic by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buhang accounted for approximately 4.31% of the total population of Hamtic, which stood at 52,685 in the same census year.
Between the 2015 and 2020 censuses, the population of Barangay Buhang changed from 2,159 to 2,273, a shift of +5.3% over the five-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Hamtic. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Buhang as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Hamtic is a municipality comprising 47 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buhang, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Antique, which contains 590 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buhang ranks 44th by 2020 population. Antique 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.
City / Municipality
Hamtic (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Punong Barangay
- Jesus Gonzaga Mabaquiao(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Sheila May Etrata Silava
- Barangay Treasurer
- Maria Theresa Basañes Cordova
- SK Chairperson
- Bergil Tomugdan Canono
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Sarah Christy Santoyo Tolentino
- • Rufino Gonzaga Mabaquiao
- • Liezel Abellon Daguinotan
- • Jonel Jorge Cadenas
- • Jorly Arco Guinmapang
- • Jenelyne Daquipil Abellon
- • Ryan Miguel Jorge
Other Barangays in Hamtic
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buhang
Where is Barangay Buhang located?▾
Barangay Buhang is a barangay in the municipality of Hamtic, Antique, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buhang hall?▾
Barangay Buhang is located in Hamtic, Antique, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buhang?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buhang is Jesus Gonzaga Mabaquiao (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buhang?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Buhang is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Hamtic LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Buhang part of?▾
Barangay Buhang is one of 47 barangays in Hamtic, a municipality in Antique, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Buhang
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.