Barangay Ambacon is a barangay in Las Nieves, Agusan Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Las Nieves. It had a population of 1,046 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Victor Dela China Montilla(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ambacon · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Ambacon
Situated in Las Nieves, Agusan Del Norte, Barangay Ambacon is one of 20 barangays that make up the municipality within Caraga.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ambacon had a population of 1,046. This made it the 16th largest of 20 barangays in Las Nieves by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ambacon accounted for approximately 3.23% of the total population of Las Nieves, which stood at 32,402 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Ambacon changed from 1,386 to 1,046, a shift of -24.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Las Nieves. Barangay Ambacon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Las Nieves is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ambacon, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Agusan Del Norte, which contains 253 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ambacon ranks 222nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Agusan Del Norte is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Las Nieves 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 Ambacon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,395
—
—
2020 CPH
1,386
-9
-0.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,046
-340
-24.5%
2015–2020: -0.6% total (-0.13%/yr).2020–2024: -24.5% total (-6.79%/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 Las Nieves
16thof 20
Among the lower half of Las Nieves by population.
Share of Las Nieves
3.2%
of the municipality's total 32,402 residents.
Rank in Agusan Del Norte
222ndof 253
Province-wide percentile: 13.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Las Nieves (municipality) class
2nd
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 Ambacon in Las Nieves during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Ambacon
Where is Barangay Ambacon located?▾
Barangay Ambacon is a barangay in the municipality of Las Nieves, Agusan Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ambacon hall?▾
Barangay Ambacon is located in Las Nieves, Agusan Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ambacon?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ambacon is Victor Dela China Montilla (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ambacon?▾
You can contact Barangay Ambacon via phone at 09638719894.
What municipality is Barangay Ambacon part of?▾
Barangay Ambacon is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Las Nieves, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ambacon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ambacon 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 Las Nieves?▾
Las Nieves is classified as a 2nd 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 Ambacon.
Has the population of Barangay Ambacon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ambacon went from 1,386 residents to 1,046 — a change of -24.5% 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 Ambacon in?▾
Barangay Ambacon is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Agusan Del Norte, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Las Nieves.
How many barangays are in Las Nieves?▾
Las Nieves has 20 barangays, including Barangay Ambacon. You can browse the full list on our Las Nieves page.
How many residents does Barangay Ambacon have?▾
Barangay Ambacon had a population of 1,046 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ambacon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Las Nieves is 8610. 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 Ambacon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ambacon 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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