Barangay Peru is a barangay in Lasam, Cagayan, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Lasam. It had a population of 2,079 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jerwin Aguinaldo Manuel(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Peru · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Peru
Barangay Peru forms part of Lasam, a municipality in Cagayan, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Peru had a population of 2,079. This made it the 5th largest of 30 barangays in Lasam by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Peru accounted for approximately 4.95% of the total population of Lasam, which stood at 42,042 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Peru moved from 1,869 residents to 2,079, an intercensal change of +11.2%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Peru is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lasam is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Peru, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Peru ranks 176th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan is classified as a 1st 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 Lasam 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 Peru from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,803
—
—
2020 CPH
1,869
+66
+3.7%
2024 POPCEN
2,079
+210
+11.2%
2015–2020: +3.7% total (+0.72%/yr).2020–2024: +11.2% total (+2.70%/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 Lasam
5thof 30
Among the top quartile of Lasam by population.
Share of Lasam
4.9%
of the municipality's total 42,042 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
176thof 820
Province-wide percentile: 79.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Lasam (municipality) class
3rd
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 Peru in Lasam during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Peru
Where is Barangay Peru located?▾
Barangay Peru is a barangay in the municipality of Lasam, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Peru hall?▾
Barangay Peru is located in Lasam, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Peru?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Peru is Jerwin Aguinaldo Manuel (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Peru?▾
You can contact Barangay Peru via phone at 091508833123.
What municipality is Barangay Peru part of?▾
Barangay Peru is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Lasam, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Peru urban or rural?▾
Barangay Peru 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 Lasam?▾
Lasam is classified as a 3rd 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 Peru.
Has the population of Barangay Peru been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Peru went from 1,869 residents to 2,079 — a change of +11.2% 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 Peru in?▾
Barangay Peru is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Lasam.
How many barangays are in Lasam?▾
Lasam has 30 barangays, including Barangay Peru. You can browse the full list on our Lasam page.
How many residents does Barangay Peru have?▾
Barangay Peru had a population of 2,079 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Peru?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lasam is 3524. 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 Peru, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Peru was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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