Hinunangan · Southern Leyte
Barangay Tahusan
Barangay Tahusan forms part of the municipality of Hinunangan in Southern Leyte, Philippines. It had a population of 1,080 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 1,080
- Population (2015)
- 991
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- +9.0%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Tahusan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Tahusan is one of the administrative divisions of Hinunangan in Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tahusan had a population of 1,080. This made it the 7th largest of 40 barangays in Hinunangan by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tahusan accounted for approximately 3.71% of the total population of Hinunangan, which stood at 29,149 in the same census year.
Between the 2015 and 2020 censuses, the population of Barangay Tahusan changed from 991 to 1,080, a shift of +9.0% over the five-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Hinunangan. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Tahusan as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Hinunangan is a municipality comprising 40 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tahusan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Southern Leyte, which contains 500 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tahusan ranks 129th by 2020 population. Southern Leyte is classified as a 3rd 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
Hinunangan (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
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- 0953 395 7899
- Punong Barangay
- Jose Ricky Bacoy Bughao(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Gemma Matarong Culaba
- Barangay Treasurer
- Kaye Mavie Bucton Donayre
- SK Chairperson
- Beverly Mae Donayre Lapid
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Ann Bernadeth Como Casaba
- • Arnel Ruiz Deluta
- • Domingo Quiboy Bacoy
- • Enrique Del Rosario Maso
- • Gemma Demiao Cana
- • Ma. Rolina Ansano Terante
- • Benjamin Salva Bingalog
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Tahusan
Where is Barangay Tahusan located?▾
Barangay Tahusan is a barangay in the municipality of Hinunangan, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tahusan hall?▾
Barangay Tahusan is located in Hinunangan, Southern Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tahusan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tahusan is Jose Ricky Bacoy Bughao (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tahusan?▾
You can contact Barangay Tahusan via phone at 0953 395 7899.
What municipality is Barangay Tahusan part of?▾
Barangay Tahusan is one of 40 barangays in Hinunangan, a municipality in Southern Leyte, 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 Tahusan
- 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.