Barangay Bocawe is a local government unit in Lanuza, Surigao Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 871 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Vergelio Gabucan Frias(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bocawe · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Bocawe
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Bocawe is one of the administrative divisions of Lanuza in Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bocawe had a population of 871. This made it the 9th largest of 13 barangays in Lanuza by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bocawe accounted for approximately 6.33% of the total population of Lanuza, which stood at 13,750 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 855 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 871 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +1.9%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Bocawe is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lanuza is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bocawe, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Sur, which contains 309 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bocawe ranks 247th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Sur 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 Bocawe 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 Lanuza 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 Bocawe from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
747
—
—
2020 CPH
855
+108
+14.5%
2024 POPCEN
871
+16
+1.9%
2015–2020: +14.5% total (+2.74%/yr).2020–2024: +1.9% total (+0.46%/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 Lanuza
9thof 13
Among the lower half of Lanuza by population.
Share of Lanuza
6.3%
of the municipality's total 13,750 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
247thof 309
Province-wide percentile: 20.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Lanuza (municipality) class
4th
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 Bocawe
Where is Barangay Bocawe located?▾
Barangay Bocawe is a barangay in the municipality of Lanuza, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bocawe hall?▾
Barangay Bocawe is located in Lanuza, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bocawe?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bocawe is Vergelio Gabucan Frias (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bocawe?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bocawe is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Lanuza LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bocawe part of?▾
Barangay Bocawe is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Lanuza, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bocawe urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bocawe 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 Lanuza?▾
Lanuza is classified as a 4th 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 Bocawe.
Has the population of Barangay Bocawe been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bocawe went from 855 residents to 871 — a change of +1.9% 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 Bocawe in?▾
Barangay Bocawe is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Sur, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Lanuza.
How many barangays are in Lanuza?▾
Lanuza has 13 barangays, including Barangay Bocawe. You can browse the full list on our Lanuza page.
How many residents does Barangay Bocawe have?▾
Barangay Bocawe had a population of 871 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bocawe?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lanuza is 8314. 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 Bocawe, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bocawe 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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