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Punong Barangay
Elvin Pestillos Cantones(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Song-on · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Song-on
Situated in Loon, Bohol, Barangay Song-on is one of 67 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Song-on had a population of 683. This made it the 29th largest of 67 barangays in Loon by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Song-on accounted for approximately 1.56% of the total population of Loon, which stood at 43,857 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Song-on changed from 737 to 683, a shift of -7.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Loon. Barangay Song-on is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Loon is a municipality comprising 67 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Song-on, 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 Song-on ranks 774th 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 Song-on 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 Loon 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 Song-on from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
686
—
—
2020 CPH
737
+51
+7.4%
2024 POPCEN
683
-54
-7.3%
2015–2020: +7.4% total (+1.44%/yr).2020–2024: -7.3% total (-1.88%/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 Loon
29thof 67
Among the upper half of Loon by population.
Share of Loon
1.6%
of the municipality's total 43,857 residents.
Rank in Bohol
774thof 1,109
Province-wide percentile: 30.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Loon (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Song-on
Where is Barangay Song-on located?▾
Barangay Song-on is a barangay in the municipality of Loon, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Song-on hall?▾
Barangay Song-on is located in Loon, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Song-on?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Song-on is Elvin Pestillos Cantones (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Song-on?▾
You can contact Barangay Song-on via phone at 09977920279.
What municipality is Barangay Song-on part of?▾
Barangay Song-on is one of 67 barangays in the municipality of Loon, Bohol, Philippines.
Is Barangay Song-on urban or rural?▾
Barangay Song-on 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 Loon?▾
Loon 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 Song-on.
Has the population of Barangay Song-on been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Song-on went from 737 residents to 683 — a change of -7.3% 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 Song-on in?▾
Barangay Song-on 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 67 barangays administered by Loon.
How many barangays are in Loon?▾
Loon has 67 barangays, including Barangay Song-on. You can browse the full list on our Loon page.
How many residents does Barangay Song-on have?▾
Barangay Song-on had a population of 683 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Song-on?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Loon is 6327. 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 Song-on, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Song-on 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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