Situated in the municipality of Lacub, Abra, Barangay Pacoc is one of the administrative divisions of CAR. It had a population of 678 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Benito Laureta Eguem JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Pacoc · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Pacoc
Barangay Pacoc is a 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 Pacoc had a population of 678. This made it the 3rd largest of 6 barangays in Lacub by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Pacoc accounted for approximately 18.58% 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 700 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 678 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -3.1%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Pacoc 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 Pacoc, 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 Pacoc ranks 151st 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 Pacoc 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 Pacoc from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
682
—
—
2020 CPH
700
+18
+2.6%
2024 POPCEN
678
-22
-3.1%
2015–2020: +2.6% total (+0.52%/yr).2020–2024: -3.1% total (-0.80%/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
3rdof 6
Among the upper half of Lacub by population.
Share of Lacub
18.6%
of the municipality's total 3,649 residents.
Rank in Abra
151stof 303
Province-wide percentile: 50.
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Pacoc in Lacub during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Pacoc
Where is Barangay Pacoc located?▾
Barangay Pacoc is a barangay in the municipality of Lacub, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Pacoc hall?▾
Barangay Pacoc 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 Pacoc?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Pacoc is Benito Laureta Eguem JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Pacoc?▾
You can contact Barangay Pacoc via phone at 09164201825.
What municipality is Barangay Pacoc part of?▾
Barangay Pacoc is one of 6 barangays in the municipality of Lacub, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Pacoc urban or rural?▾
Barangay Pacoc 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 Pacoc.
Has the population of Barangay Pacoc been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Pacoc went from 700 residents to 678 — a change of -3.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Pacoc in?▾
Barangay Pacoc 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 Pacoc. You can browse the full list on our Lacub page.
How many residents does Barangay Pacoc have?▾
Barangay Pacoc had a population of 678 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Pacoc?▾
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 Pacoc, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Pacoc 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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