Barangay Maca-opao is a barangay in Kalilangan, Bukidnon, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Kalilangan. It had a population of 2,918 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Johnny Cajera Lapizar(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Maca-opao · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Maca-opao
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Maca-opao is one of the administrative divisions of Kalilangan in Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Maca-opao had a population of 2,918. This made it the 8th largest of 14 barangays in Kalilangan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Maca-opao accounted for approximately 6.62% of the total population of Kalilangan, which stood at 44,108 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Maca-opao moved from 3,226 residents to 2,918, an intercensal change of -9.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Maca-opao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Kalilangan is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Maca-opao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bukidnon, which contains 464 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Maca-opao ranks 182nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Bukidnon is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Maca-opao 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 Kalilangan 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 Maca-opao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,996
—
—
2020 CPH
3,226
+230
+7.7%
2024 POPCEN
2,918
-308
-9.5%
2015–2020: +7.7% total (+1.49%/yr).2020–2024: -9.5% total (-2.48%/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 Kalilangan
8thof 14
Among the upper half of Kalilangan by population.
Share of Kalilangan
6.6%
of the municipality's total 44,108 residents.
Rank in Bukidnon
182ndof 464
Province-wide percentile: 61.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Kalilangan (municipality) class
2nd
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 Maca-opao
Where is Barangay Maca-opao located?▾
Barangay Maca-opao is a barangay in the municipality of Kalilangan, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Maca-opao hall?▾
Barangay Maca-opao is located in Kalilangan, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Maca-opao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Maca-opao is Johnny Cajera Lapizar (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Maca-opao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Maca-opao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Kalilangan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Maca-opao part of?▾
Barangay Maca-opao is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Kalilangan, Bukidnon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Maca-opao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Maca-opao 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 Kalilangan?▾
Kalilangan is classified as a 2nd 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 Maca-opao.
Has the population of Barangay Maca-opao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Maca-opao went from 3,226 residents to 2,918 — 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 Maca-opao in?▾
Barangay Maca-opao is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Bukidnon, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Kalilangan.
How many barangays are in Kalilangan?▾
Kalilangan has 14 barangays, including Barangay Maca-opao. You can browse the full list on our Kalilangan page.
How many residents does Barangay Maca-opao have?▾
Barangay Maca-opao had a population of 2,918 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Maca-opao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Kalilangan is 8718. 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 Maca-opao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Maca-opao 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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