Barangay Mabuhay is a barangay in Jipapad, Eastern Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Jipapad. It had a population of 626 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Gil Rebato Pecenio(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Mabuhay · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Mabuhay
Barangay Mabuhay forms part of Jipapad, a municipality in Eastern Samar, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Mabuhay had a population of 626. This made it the 6th largest of 13 barangays in Jipapad by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Mabuhay accounted for approximately 7.17% of the total population of Jipapad, which stood at 8,726 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Mabuhay changed from 527 to 626, a shift of +18.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Jipapad. Barangay Mabuhay is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Jipapad is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Mabuhay, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Eastern Samar, which contains 597 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Mabuhay ranks 286th by 2024 POPCEN population. Eastern Samar is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Mabuhay is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
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 Jipapad 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 Mabuhay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
463
—
—
2020 CPH
527
+64
+13.8%
2024 POPCEN
626
+99
+18.8%
2015–2020: +13.8% total (+2.62%/yr).2020–2024: +18.8% total (+4.40%/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 Jipapad
6thof 13
Among the upper half of Jipapad by population.
Share of Jipapad
7.2%
of the municipality's total 8,726 residents.
Rank in Eastern Samar
286thof 597
Province-wide percentile: 52.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Jipapad (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Mabuhay
Where is Barangay Mabuhay located?▾
Barangay Mabuhay is a barangay in the municipality of Jipapad, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Mabuhay hall?▾
Barangay Mabuhay is located in Jipapad, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Mabuhay?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Mabuhay is Gil Rebato Pecenio (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Mabuhay?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Mabuhay is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Jipapad LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Mabuhay part of?▾
Barangay Mabuhay is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Jipapad, Eastern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Mabuhay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Mabuhay 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 Jipapad?▾
Jipapad 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 Mabuhay.
Has the population of Barangay Mabuhay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Mabuhay went from 527 residents to 626 — a change of +18.8% 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 Mabuhay in?▾
Barangay Mabuhay is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Eastern Samar, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Jipapad.
How many barangays are in Jipapad?▾
Jipapad has 13 barangays, including Barangay Mabuhay. You can browse the full list on our Jipapad page.
How many residents does Barangay Mabuhay have?▾
Barangay Mabuhay had a population of 626 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Mabuhay?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Jipapad is 6819. 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 Mabuhay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Mabuhay was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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