Barangay Mercedes is a local government unit in Jiabong, Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 359 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Elena Lagbo Llanita(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Mercedes · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Mercedes
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Mercedes is one of the administrative divisions of Jiabong in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Mercedes had a population of 359. This made it the 20th largest of 34 barangays in Jiabong by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Mercedes accounted for approximately 1.84% of the total population of Jiabong, which stood at 19,482 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Mercedes moved from 331 residents to 359, an intercensal change of +8.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Mercedes is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Jiabong is a municipality comprising 34 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Mercedes, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Mercedes ranks 676th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar is classified as a 1st 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 Jiabong 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 Mercedes from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
236
—
—
2020 CPH
331
+95
+40.3%
2024 POPCEN
359
+28
+8.5%
2015–2020: +40.3% total (+7.00%/yr).2020–2024: +8.5% total (+2.05%/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 Jiabong
20thof 34
Among the lower half of Jiabong by population.
Share of Jiabong
1.8%
of the municipality's total 19,482 residents.
Rank in Samar
676thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 29.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Jiabong (municipality) class
5th
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Mercedes in Jiabong during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Mercedes
Where is Barangay Mercedes located?▾
Barangay Mercedes is a barangay in the municipality of Jiabong, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Mercedes hall?▾
Barangay Mercedes is located in Jiabong, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Mercedes?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Mercedes is Elena Lagbo Llanita (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Mercedes?▾
You can contact Barangay Mercedes via phone at 09813740847.
What municipality is Barangay Mercedes part of?▾
Barangay Mercedes is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Jiabong, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Mercedes urban or rural?▾
Barangay Mercedes 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 Jiabong?▾
Jiabong is classified as a 5th 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 Mercedes.
Has the population of Barangay Mercedes been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Mercedes went from 331 residents to 359 — a change of +8.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Mercedes in?▾
Barangay Mercedes is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 34 barangays administered by Jiabong.
How many barangays are in Jiabong?▾
Jiabong has 34 barangays, including Barangay Mercedes. You can browse the full list on our Jiabong page.
How many residents does Barangay Mercedes have?▾
Barangay Mercedes had a population of 359 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Mercedes?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Jiabong is 6701. 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 Mercedes, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Mercedes was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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