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Punong Barangay
Mark Nomel Tique Gayo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Banuar · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Banuar
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Banuar is one of the administrative divisions of Laoac in Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Banuar had a population of 2,031. This made it the 6th largest of 22 barangays in Laoac by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Banuar accounted for approximately 5.88% of the total population of Laoac, which stood at 34,550 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,920 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,031 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +5.8%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Banuar is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Laoac is a municipality comprising 22 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Banuar, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Pangasinan, which contains 1,364 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Banuar ranks 631st by 2024 POPCEN population. Pangasinan 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 Banuar 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 Laoac 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 Banuar from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,180
—
—
2020 CPH
1,920
-260
-11.9%
2024 POPCEN
2,031
+111
+5.8%
2015–2020: -11.9% total (-2.51%/yr).2020–2024: +5.8% total (+1.41%/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 Laoac
6thof 22
Among the top quartile of Laoac by population.
Share of Laoac
5.9%
of the municipality's total 34,550 residents.
Rank in Pangasinan
631stof 1,364
Province-wide percentile: 54.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Laoac (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 Banuar
Where is Barangay Banuar located?▾
Barangay Banuar is a barangay in the municipality of Laoac, Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Banuar hall?▾
Barangay Banuar is located in Laoac, Pangasinan, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Banuar?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Banuar is Mark Nomel Tique Gayo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Banuar?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Banuar is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Laoac LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Banuar part of?▾
Barangay Banuar is one of 22 barangays in the municipality of Laoac, Pangasinan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Banuar urban or rural?▾
Barangay Banuar 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 Laoac?▾
Laoac 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 Banuar.
Has the population of Barangay Banuar been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Banuar went from 1,920 residents to 2,031 — a change of +5.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Banuar in?▾
Barangay Banuar is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Pangasinan, and is one of 22 barangays administered by Laoac.
How many barangays are in Laoac?▾
Laoac has 22 barangays, including Barangay Banuar. You can browse the full list on our Laoac page.
How many residents does Barangay Banuar have?▾
Barangay Banuar had a population of 2,031 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Banuar?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Laoac is 2437. 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 Banuar, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Banuar 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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