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Punong Barangay
Romel Jaguimit Devocion(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ferdinand · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Ferdinand
Barangay Ferdinand is a very small barangay in the municipality of Loreto, located in the province of Dinagat Islands, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ferdinand had a population of 278. This made it the 10th largest of 10 barangays in Loreto by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ferdinand accounted for approximately 2.80% of the total population of Loreto, which stood at 9,940 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 242 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 278 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +14.9%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Ferdinand is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Loreto is a municipality comprising 10 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ferdinand, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Dinagat Islands, which contains 100 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ferdinand ranks 99th by 2024 POPCEN population. Dinagat Islands is classified as a 4th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Ferdinand 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 Loreto 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 Ferdinand from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
205
—
—
2020 CPH
242
+37
+18.0%
2024 POPCEN
278
+36
+14.9%
2015–2020: +18.0% total (+3.37%/yr).2020–2024: +14.9% total (+3.53%/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 Loreto
10thof 10
Among the smaller barangays of Loreto by population.
Share of Loreto
2.8%
of the municipality's total 9,940 residents.
Rank in Dinagat Islands
99thof 100
Province-wide percentile: 2.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Loreto (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 Ferdinand
Where is Barangay Ferdinand located?▾
Barangay Ferdinand is a barangay in the municipality of Loreto, Dinagat Islands, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ferdinand hall?▾
Barangay Ferdinand is located in Loreto, Dinagat Islands, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ferdinand?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ferdinand is Romel Jaguimit Devocion (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ferdinand?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Ferdinand is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Loreto LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Ferdinand part of?▾
Barangay Ferdinand is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of Loreto, Dinagat Islands, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ferdinand urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ferdinand 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 Loreto?▾
Loreto 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 Ferdinand.
Has the population of Barangay Ferdinand been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ferdinand went from 242 residents to 278 — a change of +14.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Ferdinand in?▾
Barangay Ferdinand is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Dinagat Islands, and is one of 10 barangays administered by Loreto.
How many barangays are in Loreto?▾
Loreto has 10 barangays, including Barangay Ferdinand. You can browse the full list on our Loreto page.
How many residents does Barangay Ferdinand have?▾
Barangay Ferdinand had a population of 278 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ferdinand?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Loreto is 8507. 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 Ferdinand, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ferdinand 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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