Located in Lanuza, Surigao Del Sur, Barangay Bunga is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Lanuza. It had a population of 1,357 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Marlo Orillaneda Azarcon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bunga · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Bunga
Barangay Bunga forms part of Lanuza, a municipality in Surigao Del Sur, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bunga had a population of 1,357. This made it the 2nd largest of 13 barangays in Lanuza by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bunga accounted for approximately 9.87% 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 1,329 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,357 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Bunga 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 Bunga, 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 Bunga ranks 168th 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 Bunga 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 Bunga from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,264
—
—
2020 CPH
1,329
+65
+5.1%
2024 POPCEN
1,357
+28
+2.1%
2015–2020: +5.1% total (+1.01%/yr).2020–2024: +2.1% total (+0.52%/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
2ndof 13
Among the top 10% of Lanuza by population.
Share of Lanuza
9.9%
of the municipality's total 13,750 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
168thof 309
Province-wide percentile: 46.
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 Bunga
Where is Barangay Bunga located?▾
Barangay Bunga is a barangay in the municipality of Lanuza, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bunga hall?▾
Barangay Bunga 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 Bunga?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bunga is Marlo Orillaneda Azarcon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bunga?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bunga 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 Bunga part of?▾
Barangay Bunga is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Lanuza, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bunga urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bunga 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 Bunga.
Has the population of Barangay Bunga been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bunga went from 1,329 residents to 1,357 — a change of +2.1% 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 Bunga in?▾
Barangay Bunga 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 Bunga. You can browse the full list on our Lanuza page.
How many residents does Barangay Bunga have?▾
Barangay Bunga had a population of 1,357 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bunga?▾
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 Bunga, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bunga was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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