Situated in the municipality of Juban, Sorsogon, Barangay Sablayan is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 1,041 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Alberto Griño Buban JR(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sablayan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Sablayan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Sablayan is one of the administrative divisions of Juban in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sablayan had a population of 1,041. This made it the 16th largest of 25 barangays in Juban by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sablayan accounted for approximately 2.89% of the total population of Juban, which stood at 35,978 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Sablayan moved from 994 residents to 1,041, an intercensal change of +4.7%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Sablayan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Juban is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sablayan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sablayan ranks 322nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon 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 Sablayan 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 Juban 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 Sablayan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
968
—
—
2020 CPH
994
+26
+2.7%
2024 POPCEN
1,041
+47
+4.7%
2015–2020: +2.7% total (+0.53%/yr).2020–2024: +4.7% total (+1.16%/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 Juban
16thof 25
Among the lower half of Juban by population.
Share of Juban
2.9%
of the municipality's total 35,978 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
322ndof 541
Province-wide percentile: 41.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Juban (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Sablayan
Where is Barangay Sablayan located?▾
Barangay Sablayan is a barangay in the municipality of Juban, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sablayan hall?▾
Barangay Sablayan is located in Juban, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sablayan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Sablayan is Alberto Griño Buban JR (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sablayan?▾
You can contact Barangay Sablayan via phone at 09097008572.
What municipality is Barangay Sablayan part of?▾
Barangay Sablayan is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Juban, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sablayan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sablayan 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 Juban?▾
Juban 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 Sablayan.
Has the population of Barangay Sablayan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sablayan went from 994 residents to 1,041 — a change of +4.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Sablayan in?▾
Barangay Sablayan is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Juban.
How many barangays are in Juban?▾
Juban has 25 barangays, including Barangay Sablayan. You can browse the full list on our Juban page.
How many residents does Barangay Sablayan have?▾
Barangay Sablayan had a population of 1,041 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sablayan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Juban is 4703. 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 Sablayan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sablayan 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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