Barangay Paguite is a barangay in Lope De Vega, Northern Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Lope De Vega. It had a population of 319 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ariel Teopinto(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Paguite · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Paguite
Barangay Paguite forms part of Lope De Vega, a municipality in Northern Samar, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Paguite had a population of 319. This made it the 15th largest of 22 barangays in Lope De Vega by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Paguite accounted for approximately 2.02% of the total population of Lope De Vega, which stood at 15,779 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 430 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 319 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -25.8%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Paguite is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lope De Vega is a municipality comprising 22 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Paguite, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Paguite ranks 517th by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern Samar is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Paguite 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 Lope De Vega 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 Paguite from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
333
—
—
2020 CPH
430
+97
+29.1%
2024 POPCEN
319
-111
-25.8%
2015–2020: +29.1% total (+5.25%/yr).2020–2024: -25.8% total (-7.19%/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 Lope De Vega
15thof 22
Among the lower half of Lope De Vega by population.
Share of Lope De Vega
2.0%
of the municipality's total 15,779 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
517thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 9.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Lope De Vega (municipality) class
4th
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 Paguite
Where is Barangay Paguite located?▾
Barangay Paguite is a barangay in the municipality of Lope De Vega, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Paguite hall?▾
Barangay Paguite is located in Lope De Vega, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Paguite?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Paguite is Ariel Teopinto (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Paguite?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Paguite is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Lope De Vega LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Paguite part of?▾
Barangay Paguite is one of 22 barangays in the municipality of Lope De Vega, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Paguite urban or rural?▾
Barangay Paguite 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 Lope De Vega?▾
Lope De Vega is classified as a 4th 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 Paguite.
Has the population of Barangay Paguite been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Paguite went from 430 residents to 319 — a change of -25.8% 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 Paguite in?▾
Barangay Paguite is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 22 barangays administered by Lope De Vega.
How many barangays are in Lope De Vega?▾
Lope De Vega has 22 barangays, including Barangay Paguite. You can browse the full list on our Lope De Vega page.
How many residents does Barangay Paguite have?▾
Barangay Paguite had a population of 319 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Paguite?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lope De Vega is 6403. 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 Paguite, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Paguite 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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