Barangay Balungagan is a barangay in Las Nieves, Agusan Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Las Nieves. It had a population of 954 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Lydia Galla Fabro(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balungagan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Balungagan
Barangay Balungagan forms part of Las Nieves, a municipality in Agusan Del Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balungagan had a population of 954. This made it the 17th largest of 20 barangays in Las Nieves by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balungagan accounted for approximately 2.94% of the total population of Las Nieves, which stood at 32,402 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 871 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 954 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.5%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Balungagan 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 Balungagan, 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 Balungagan ranks 228th 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 Balungagan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
814
—
—
2020 CPH
871
+57
+7.0%
2024 POPCEN
954
+83
+9.5%
2015–2020: +7.0% total (+1.36%/yr).2020–2024: +9.5% total (+2.30%/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
17thof 20
Among the smaller barangays of Las Nieves by population.
Share of Las Nieves
2.9%
of the municipality's total 32,402 residents.
Rank in Agusan Del Norte
228thof 253
Province-wide percentile: 10.
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 Balungagan in Las Nieves during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Balungagan
Where is Barangay Balungagan located?▾
Barangay Balungagan is a barangay in the municipality of Las Nieves, Agusan Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balungagan hall?▾
Barangay Balungagan 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 Balungagan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balungagan is Lydia Galla Fabro (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balungagan?▾
You can contact Barangay Balungagan via phone at 09078789636.
What municipality is Barangay Balungagan part of?▾
Barangay Balungagan is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Las Nieves, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balungagan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balungagan 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 Balungagan.
Has the population of Barangay Balungagan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balungagan went from 871 residents to 954 — a change of +9.5% 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 Balungagan in?▾
Barangay Balungagan 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 Balungagan. You can browse the full list on our Las Nieves page.
How many residents does Barangay Balungagan have?▾
Barangay Balungagan had a population of 954 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balungagan?▾
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 Balungagan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balungagan 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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