Situated in the municipality of Lapinig, Northern Samar, Barangay Can Maria is one of the administrative divisions of Eastern Visayas. It had a population of 580 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ronaldo Engo Gabriel(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Can Maria · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-16.9% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Can Maria from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
698
—
—
2020 CPH
642
-56
-8.0%
2024 POPCEN
580
-62
-9.7%
2015–2020: -8.0% total (-1.66%/yr).2020–2024: -9.7% total (-2.51%/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 Lapinig
10thof 15
Among the lower half of Lapinig by population.
Share of Lapinig
4.9%
of the municipality's total 11,908 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
384thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 33.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Lapinig (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.
About Barangay Can Maria
Situated in Lapinig, Northern Samar, Barangay Can Maria is one of 15 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Can Maria had a population of 580. This made it the 10th largest of 15 barangays in Lapinig by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Can Maria accounted for approximately 4.87% of the total population of Lapinig, which stood at 11,908 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 642 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 580 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -9.7%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Can Maria is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lapinig is a municipality of 15 barangays, of which Barangay Can Maria is one. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Can Maria ranks 384th by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern Samar is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Lapinig 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Can Maria
Where is Barangay Can Maria located?▾
Barangay Can Maria is a barangay in the municipality of Lapinig, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Can Maria hall?▾
Barangay Can Maria is located in Lapinig, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Can Maria?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Can Maria is Ronaldo Engo Gabriel (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Can Maria?▾
You can contact Barangay Can Maria via phone at 09678261670.
What municipality is Barangay Can Maria part of?▾
Barangay Can Maria is one of 15 barangays in the municipality of Lapinig, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Can Maria urban or rural?▾
Barangay Can Maria 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 Lapinig?▾
Lapinig 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 Can Maria.
Has the population of Barangay Can Maria been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Can Maria went from 642 residents to 580 — a change of -9.7% 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 Can Maria in?▾
Barangay Can Maria is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 15 barangays administered by Lapinig.
How many barangays are in Lapinig?▾
Lapinig has 15 barangays, including Barangay Can Maria. You can browse the full list on our Lapinig page.
How many residents does Barangay Can Maria have?▾
Barangay Can Maria had a population of 580 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Can Maria?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lapinig is 6423. 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 Can Maria, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Can Maria was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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