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Punong Barangay
Merly Kates Bernal Garcia(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bacag · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Bacag
Barangay Bacag is a very small barangay in the municipality of Lacub, located in the province of Abra, in the CAR region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bacag had a population of 258. This made it the 6th largest of 6 barangays in Lacub by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bacag accounted for approximately 7.07% of the total population of Lacub, which stood at 3,649 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 277 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 258 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -6.9%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Bacag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lacub is a municipality comprising 6 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bacag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Abra, which contains 303 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bacag ranks 290th by 2024 POPCEN population. Abra 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 Bacag 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 Lacub 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 Bacag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
226
—
—
2020 CPH
277
+51
+22.6%
2024 POPCEN
258
-19
-6.9%
2015–2020: +22.6% total (+4.15%/yr).2020–2024: -6.9% total (-1.76%/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 Lacub
6thof 6
Among the smaller barangays of Lacub by population.
Share of Lacub
7.1%
of the municipality's total 3,649 residents.
Rank in Abra
290thof 303
Province-wide percentile: 5.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Lacub (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 Bacag
Where is Barangay Bacag located?▾
Barangay Bacag is a barangay in the municipality of Lacub, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bacag hall?▾
Barangay Bacag is located in Lacub, Abra, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bacag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bacag is Merly Kates Bernal Garcia (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bacag?▾
You can contact Barangay Bacag via phone at 09555792357.
What municipality is Barangay Bacag part of?▾
Barangay Bacag is one of 6 barangays in the municipality of Lacub, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bacag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bacag 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 Lacub?▾
Lacub 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 Bacag.
Has the population of Barangay Bacag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bacag went from 277 residents to 258 — a change of -6.9% 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 Bacag in?▾
Barangay Bacag is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Abra, and is one of 6 barangays administered by Lacub.
How many barangays are in Lacub?▾
Lacub has 6 barangays, including Barangay Bacag. You can browse the full list on our Lacub page.
How many residents does Barangay Bacag have?▾
Barangay Bacag had a population of 258 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bacag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lacub is 2821. 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 Bacag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bacag 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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