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Punong Barangay
Cairoding M. Maoday(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bara-ason · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bara-ason
Barangay Bara-ason forms part of Kauswagan, a municipality in Lanao Del Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bara-ason had a population of 1,105. This made it the 8th largest of 13 barangays in Kauswagan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bara-ason accounted for approximately 4.33% of the total population of Kauswagan, which stood at 25,515 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bara-ason moved from 1,002 residents to 1,105, an intercensal change of +10.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Bara-ason is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Kauswagan is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bara-ason, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Lanao Del Norte, which contains 506 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bara-ason ranks 296th by 2024 POPCEN population. Lanao Del Norte 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 Bara-ason 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 Kauswagan 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 Bara-ason from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,318
—
—
2020 CPH
1,002
-316
-24.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,105
+103
+10.3%
2015–2020: -24.0% total (-5.33%/yr).2020–2024: +10.3% 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 Kauswagan
8thof 13
Among the lower half of Kauswagan by population.
Share of Kauswagan
4.3%
of the municipality's total 25,515 residents.
Rank in Lanao Del Norte
296thof 506
Province-wide percentile: 42.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Kauswagan (municipality) class
5th
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 Bara-ason
Where is Barangay Bara-ason located?▾
Barangay Bara-ason is a barangay in the municipality of Kauswagan, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bara-ason hall?▾
Barangay Bara-ason is located in Kauswagan, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bara-ason?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bara-ason is Cairoding M. Maoday (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bara-ason?▾
You can contact Barangay Bara-ason via phone at 09100466622.
What municipality is Barangay Bara-ason part of?▾
Barangay Bara-ason is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Kauswagan, Lanao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bara-ason urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bara-ason 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 Kauswagan?▾
Kauswagan is classified as a 5th 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 Bara-ason.
Has the population of Barangay Bara-ason been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bara-ason went from 1,002 residents to 1,105 — a change of +10.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bara-ason in?▾
Barangay Bara-ason is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Lanao Del Norte, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Kauswagan.
How many barangays are in Kauswagan?▾
Kauswagan has 13 barangays, including Barangay Bara-ason. You can browse the full list on our Kauswagan page.
How many residents does Barangay Bara-ason have?▾
Barangay Bara-ason had a population of 1,105 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bara-ason?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Kauswagan is 9202. 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 Bara-ason, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bara-ason was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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