Barangay La Fortuna is a barangay in Lila, Bohol, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Lila. It had a population of 620 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Godofredo Laganson Piollo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay La Fortuna · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay La Fortuna
Barangay La Fortuna forms part of Lila, a municipality in Bohol, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay La Fortuna had a population of 620. This made it the 8th largest of 18 barangays in Lila by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay La Fortuna accounted for approximately 5.41% of the total population of Lila, which stood at 11,450 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay La Fortuna moved from 705 residents to 620, an intercensal change of -12.1%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay La Fortuna is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lila is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay La Fortuna, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bohol, which contains 1,109 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay La Fortuna ranks 840th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bohol is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay La Fortuna is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided under Republic Act No. 12232.
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 Lila 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 La Fortuna from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
700
—
—
2020 CPH
705
+5
+0.7%
2024 POPCEN
620
-85
-12.1%
2015–2020: +0.7% total (+0.14%/yr).2020–2024: -12.1% total (-3.16%/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 Lila
8thof 18
Among the upper half of Lila by population.
Share of Lila
5.4%
of the municipality's total 11,450 residents.
Rank in Bohol
840thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 24.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Lila (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 La Fortuna
Where is Barangay La Fortuna located?▾
Barangay La Fortuna is a barangay in the municipality of Lila, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay La Fortuna hall?▾
Barangay La Fortuna is located in Lila, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay La Fortuna?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay La Fortuna is Godofredo Laganson Piollo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay La Fortuna?▾
You can contact Barangay La Fortuna via phone at 09562255357.
What municipality is Barangay La Fortuna part of?▾
Barangay La Fortuna is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Lila, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay La Fortuna urban or rural?▾
Barangay La Fortuna 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 Lila?▾
Lila 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 La Fortuna.
Has the population of Barangay La Fortuna been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay La Fortuna went from 705 residents to 620 — a change of -12.1% 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 La Fortuna in?▾
Barangay La Fortuna is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Bohol, and is one of 18 barangays administered by Lila.
How many barangays are in Lila?▾
Lila has 18 barangays, including Barangay La Fortuna. You can browse the full list on our Lila page.
How many residents does Barangay La Fortuna have?▾
Barangay La Fortuna had a population of 620 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay La Fortuna?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lila is 6304. 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 La Fortuna, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay La Fortuna 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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