Loreto · Dinagat Islands
Barangay Liberty
Barangay Liberty is a local government unit in Loreto, Dinagat Islands, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 730 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 730
- Population (2015)
- 678
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- +7.7%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Liberty
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Liberty is one of the administrative divisions of Loreto in Dinagat Islands, Caraga, Philippines.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Liberty had a population of 730. This made it the 7th largest of 10 barangays in Loreto by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Liberty accounted for approximately 7.53% of the total population of Loreto, which stood at 9,690 in the same census year.
The barangay recorded 678 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 730 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of +7.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Liberty 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 Liberty, 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 Liberty ranks 75th by 2020 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 Liberty 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.
City / Municipality
Loreto (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Punong Barangay
- Benjamin Damiao Abellano(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Cherell Abarca Gahuman
- Barangay Treasurer
- Mary Jane Lurzano Sarvida
- SK Chairperson
- Algeen Lacbanes Oquina
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Irenio Angeles Degorio
- • Marcelino Rita Yaranon Jr.
- • Maria Bubble Infanso Libar
- • Charlito Adolfo Orga Sr.
- • Ethel Degorio Abulencia
- • Palermo E Olarte
- • James Oquina Matiga
Other Barangays in Loreto
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Liberty
Where is Barangay Liberty located?▾
Barangay Liberty is a barangay in the municipality of Loreto, Dinagat Islands, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Liberty hall?▾
Barangay Liberty 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 Liberty?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Liberty is Benjamin Damiao Abellano (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Liberty?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Liberty 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 Liberty part of?▾
Barangay Liberty is one of 10 barangays in Loreto, a municipality in Dinagat Islands, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Liberty
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.