Barangay Tuding

Barangay Tuding forms part of Itogon, a municipality in Benguet, and is classified as a large barangay.

According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tuding had a population of 10,211. This made it the 3rd largest of 9 barangays in Itogon by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tuding accounted for approximately 16.60% of the total population of Itogon, which stood at 61,498 in the same census year.

Census comparisons between 2015 and 2020 show Barangay Tuding moving from 8,082 residents to 10,211 residents, an intercensal change of +26.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Tuding as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.

Itogon is a municipality comprising 9 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Tuding, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Benguet, which contains 269 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tuding ranks 7th by 2020 population. Benguet is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.

Barangay Tuding 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.