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Situated in Laak, Davao De Oro, Barangay Amor Cruz is one of 40 barangays that make up the municipality within Davao Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Amor Cruz had a population of 3,049. This made it the 6th largest of 40 barangays in Laak by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Amor Cruz accounted for approximately 3.65% of the total population of Laak, which stood at 83,632 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Amor Cruz moved from 3,009 residents to 3,049, an intercensal change of +1.3%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Amor Cruz is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Laak is a municipality comprising 40 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Amor Cruz, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Davao De Oro, which contains 237 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Amor Cruz ranks 89th by 2024 POPCEN population. Davao De Oro 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 Amor Cruz 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 Laak 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 Amor Cruz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,889
—
—
2020 CPH
3,009
+120
+4.2%
2024 POPCEN
3,049
+40
+1.3%
2015–2020: +4.2% total (+0.82%/yr).2020–2024: +1.3% total (+0.33%/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 Laak
6thof 40
Among the top quartile of Laak by population.
Share of Laak
3.6%
of the municipality's total 83,632 residents.
Rank in Davao De Oro
89thof 237
Province-wide percentile: 63.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Laak (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 Amor Cruz
Where is Barangay Amor Cruz located?▾
Barangay Amor Cruz is a barangay in the municipality of Laak, Davao De Oro, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Amor Cruz hall?▾
Barangay Amor Cruz is located in Laak, Davao De Oro, Davao Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Amor Cruz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Amor Cruz is Alnie Maano Lahaylahay (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Amor Cruz?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Amor Cruz is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Laak LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Amor Cruz part of?▾
Barangay Amor Cruz is one of 40 barangays in the municipality of Laak, Davao De Oro, Philippines.
Is Barangay Amor Cruz urban or rural?▾
Barangay Amor Cruz is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Laak?▾
Laak 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 Amor Cruz.
Has the population of Barangay Amor Cruz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Amor Cruz went from 3,009 residents to 3,049 — a change of +1.3% 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 Amor Cruz in?▾
Barangay Amor Cruz is part of the Davao Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Davao Region, the barangay falls under the province of Davao De Oro, and is one of 40 barangays administered by Laak.
How many barangays are in Laak?▾
Laak has 40 barangays, including Barangay Amor Cruz. You can browse the full list on our Laak page.
How many residents does Barangay Amor Cruz have?▾
Barangay Amor Cruz had a population of 3,049 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Amor Cruz 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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