Barangay Karagawan is a barangay in Kabugao, Apayao, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Kabugao. It had a population of 612 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Binsin P. Claveria(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Karagawan · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Karagawan
Barangay Karagawan is a small barangay in the municipality of Kabugao, located in the province of Apayao, in the CAR region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Karagawan had a population of 612. This made it the 10th largest of 21 barangays in Kabugao by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Karagawan accounted for approximately 3.73% of the total population of Kabugao, which stood at 16,425 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 676 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 612 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -9.5%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Karagawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Kabugao is a municipality comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Karagawan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Apayao, which contains 133 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Karagawan ranks 85th by 2024 POPCEN population. Apayao is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Karagawan 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 Kabugao 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 Karagawan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
655
—
—
2020 CPH
676
+21
+3.2%
2024 POPCEN
612
-64
-9.5%
2015–2020: +3.2% total (+0.63%/yr).2020–2024: -9.5% total (-2.46%/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 Kabugao
10thof 21
Among the upper half of Kabugao by population.
Share of Kabugao
3.7%
of the municipality's total 16,425 residents.
Rank in Apayao
85thof 133
Province-wide percentile: 37.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Kabugao (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Karagawan
Where is Barangay Karagawan located?▾
Barangay Karagawan is a barangay in the municipality of Kabugao, Apayao, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Karagawan hall?▾
Barangay Karagawan is located in Kabugao, Apayao, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Karagawan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Karagawan is Binsin P. Claveria (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Karagawan?▾
You can contact Barangay Karagawan via phone at 09560768406.
What municipality is Barangay Karagawan part of?▾
Barangay Karagawan is one of 21 barangays in the municipality of Kabugao, Apayao, Philippines.
Is Barangay Karagawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Karagawan 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 Kabugao?▾
Kabugao 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 Karagawan.
Has the population of Barangay Karagawan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Karagawan went from 676 residents to 612 — a change of -9.5% 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 Karagawan in?▾
Barangay Karagawan is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Apayao, and is one of 21 barangays administered by Kabugao.
How many barangays are in Kabugao?▾
Kabugao has 21 barangays, including Barangay Karagawan. You can browse the full list on our Kabugao page.
How many residents does Barangay Karagawan have?▾
Barangay Karagawan had a population of 612 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Karagawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Kabugao is 3809. 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 Karagawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Karagawan 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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