Barangay Poblacion 8 is a barangay in Lawaan, Eastern Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Lawaan. It had a population of 1,943 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ariel Gamalo Tanauan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion 8 · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Poblacion 8
Situated in Lawaan, Eastern Samar, Barangay Poblacion 8 is one of 16 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion 8 had a population of 1,943. This made it the 1st largest of 16 barangays in Lawaan by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion 8 accounted for approximately 14.87% of the total population of Lawaan, which stood at 13,063 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,042 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,943 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -4.8%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Poblacion 8 is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lawaan is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poblacion 8, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Eastern Samar, which contains 597 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poblacion 8 ranks 39th by 2024 POPCEN population. Eastern Samar is classified as a 2nd 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 Lawaan 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 Poblacion 8 from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,474
—
—
2020 CPH
2,042
+568
+38.5%
2024 POPCEN
1,943
-99
-4.8%
2015–2020: +38.5% total (+6.74%/yr).2020–2024: -4.8% total (-1.23%/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 Lawaan
1stof 16
Among the top 10% of Lawaan by population.
Share of Lawaan
14.9%
of the municipality's total 13,063 residents.
Rank in Eastern Samar
39thof 597
Province-wide percentile: 94.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Lawaan (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Poblacion 8
Where is Barangay Poblacion 8 located?▾
Barangay Poblacion 8 is a barangay in the municipality of Lawaan, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion 8 hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion 8 is located in Lawaan, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion 8?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion 8 is Ariel Gamalo Tanauan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion 8?▾
You can contact Barangay Poblacion 8 via phone at 09451033256.
What municipality is Barangay Poblacion 8 part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion 8 is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Lawaan, Eastern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion 8 urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion 8 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 Lawaan?▾
Lawaan 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 Poblacion 8.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion 8 been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion 8 went from 2,042 residents to 1,943 — a change of -4.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Poblacion 8 in?▾
Barangay Poblacion 8 is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Eastern Samar, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Lawaan.
How many barangays are in Lawaan?▾
Lawaan has 16 barangays, including Barangay Poblacion 8. You can browse the full list on our Lawaan page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion 8 have?▾
Barangay Poblacion 8 had a population of 1,943 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion 8?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lawaan is 6813. 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 Poblacion 8, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion 8 was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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