Barangay Bautista is a barangay in Jovellar, Albay, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Jovellar. It had a population of 722 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Jovellar. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Efren Taduran Ibanez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bautista · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Bautista
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Bautista is one of the administrative divisions of Jovellar in Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bautista had a population of 722. This made it the 11th largest of 23 barangays in Jovellar by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bautista accounted for approximately 4.12% of the total population of Jovellar, which stood at 17,538 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
Read more about Barangay BautistaShow less
Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Bautista changed from 794 to 722, a shift of -9.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Jovellar. Barangay Bautista is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Jovellar is a municipality comprising 23 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bautista, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Albay, which contains 720 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bautista ranks 588th by 2024 POPCEN population. Albay is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Bautista 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.
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 Jovellar 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.
An AI-powered Civil Service Exam reviewer for Filipino candidates. Practice questions across all CSE topics, a full 170-item mock exam (professional + subprofessional), an AI Tutor that explains concepts step by step in English or Filipino, plus a Document Analyzer for your study notes and 65 Smart Flashcards.
Population history of Barangay Bautista from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
920
—
—
2020 CPH
794
-126
-13.7%
2024 POPCEN
722
-72
-9.1%
2015–2020: -13.7% total (-2.90%/yr).2020–2024: -9.1% total (-2.35%/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 Jovellar
11thof 23
Among the upper half of Jovellar by population.
Share of Jovellar
4.1%
of the municipality's total 17,538 residents.
Rank in Albay
588thof 720
Province-wide percentile: 18.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Jovellar (municipality) class
4th
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 Bautista in Jovellar during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
Verified April 2026. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 911 first.
24/7 helpline for children in crisis, abuse, and trafficking cases.
Notice a hotline change? Report it so we can update this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bautista
Where is Barangay Bautista located?▾
Barangay Bautista is a barangay in the municipality of Jovellar, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bautista hall?▾
Barangay Bautista is located in Jovellar, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bautista?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bautista is Efren Taduran Ibanez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bautista?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bautista is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Jovellar LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bautista part of?▾
Barangay Bautista is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Jovellar, Albay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bautista urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bautista 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 Jovellar?▾
Jovellar is classified as a 4th 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 Bautista.
Has the population of Barangay Bautista been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bautista went from 794 residents to 722 — a change of -9.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bautista in?▾
Barangay Bautista is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Albay, and is one of 23 barangays administered by Jovellar.
How many barangays are in Jovellar?▾
Jovellar has 23 barangays, including Barangay Bautista. You can browse the full list on our Jovellar page.
How many residents does Barangay Bautista have?▾
Barangay Bautista had a population of 722 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bautista?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Jovellar is 4515. 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 Bautista, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bautista was last updated on 2026-05-26. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
Looking for general barangay-services questions — barangay clearance, cedula, BSKE 2026, or emergency hotlines? See our barangay services guides.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-26.
