Barangay Botoc Occidental is a barangay in Loay, Bohol, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Loay. It had a population of 663 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Lito Amoy Guarte(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Botoc Occidental · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Botoc Occidental
Situated in Loay, Bohol, Barangay Botoc Occidental is one of 24 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Botoc Occidental had a population of 663. This made it the 14th largest of 24 barangays in Loay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Botoc Occidental accounted for approximately 3.69% of the total population of Loay, which stood at 17,957 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Botoc Occidental moved from 680 residents to 663, an intercensal change of -2.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Botoc Occidental is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Loay is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Botoc Occidental, 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 Botoc Occidental ranks 798th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Botoc Occidental is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Loay 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 Botoc Occidental from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
619
—
—
2020 CPH
680
+61
+9.9%
2024 POPCEN
663
-17
-2.5%
2015–2020: +9.9% total (+1.90%/yr).2020–2024: -2.5% total (-0.63%/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 Loay
14thof 24
Among the lower half of Loay by population.
Share of Loay
3.7%
of the municipality's total 17,957 residents.
Rank in Bohol
798thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 28.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Loay (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 Botoc Occidental
Where is Barangay Botoc Occidental located?▾
Barangay Botoc Occidental is a barangay in the municipality of Loay, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Botoc Occidental hall?▾
Barangay Botoc Occidental is located in Loay, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Botoc Occidental?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Botoc Occidental is Lito Amoy Guarte (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Botoc Occidental?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Botoc Occidental is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Loay LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Botoc Occidental part of?▾
Barangay Botoc Occidental is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Loay, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Botoc Occidental urban or rural?▾
Barangay Botoc Occidental 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 Loay?▾
Loay 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 Botoc Occidental.
Has the population of Barangay Botoc Occidental been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Botoc Occidental went from 680 residents to 663 — a change of -2.5% 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 Botoc Occidental in?▾
Barangay Botoc Occidental 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 24 barangays administered by Loay.
How many barangays are in Loay?▾
Loay has 24 barangays, including Barangay Botoc Occidental. You can browse the full list on our Loay page.
How many residents does Barangay Botoc Occidental have?▾
Barangay Botoc Occidental had a population of 663 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Botoc Occidental?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Loay is 6303. 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 Botoc Occidental, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Botoc Occidental was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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