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Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buluan · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Buluan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Buluan is one of the administrative divisions of Kabacan in Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buluan had a population of 1,390. This made it the 22nd largest of 24 barangays in Kabacan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buluan accounted for approximately 1.78% of the total population of Kabacan, which stood at 77,945 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Buluan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Kabacan is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buluan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buluan ranks 412th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Buluan 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.
The current Sangguniang Barangay leadership for Barangay Buluan is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist. Other details about this barangay — including census population, urban/rural classification, income class, and administrative hierarchy — are documented in the sections below.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026 under Republic Act No. 12232. Each Punong Barangay, Kagawad, and SK Chairperson serves a four-year term.
Are you a resident or official of Barangay Buluan? Use the form below to share verified officials, the hall address, or a contact number. All submissions are reviewed by our editorial team before publication.
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Among the smaller barangays of Kabacan by population.
Share of Kabacan
1.8%
of the municipality's total 77,945 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
412thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 24.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
-
Per Bureau of Local Government Finance.
Kabacan (municipality) class
1st
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 Buluan in Kabacan 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buluan
Where is Barangay Buluan located?▾
Barangay Buluan is a barangay in the municipality of Kabacan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buluan hall?▾
Barangay Buluan is located in Kabacan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buluan?▾
The current Punong Barangay information for Barangay Buluan is being verified. The position is elected during the Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE), with the next election scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buluan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Buluan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Kabacan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Buluan part of?▾
Barangay Buluan is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Kabacan, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buluan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buluan 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 Kabacan?▾
Kabacan is classified as a 1st 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 Buluan.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Buluan in?▾
Barangay Buluan is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Kabacan.
How many barangays are in Kabacan?▾
Kabacan has 24 barangays, including Barangay Buluan. You can browse the full list on our Kabacan page.
How many residents does Barangay Buluan have?▾
Barangay Buluan had a population of 1,390 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buluan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Kabacan is 9407. 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 Buluan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buluan 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.
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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.
