Located in Lugait, Misamis Oriental, Barangay Betahon is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Lugait. It had a population of 1,247 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dennis Magsalay Yurong(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Betahon · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Betahon
Situated in Lugait, Misamis Oriental, Barangay Betahon is one of 8 barangays that make up the municipality within Northern Mindanao.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Betahon had a population of 1,247. This made it the 7th largest of 8 barangays in Lugait by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Betahon accounted for approximately 5.95% of the total population of Lugait, which stood at 20,946 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Betahon moved from 1,086 residents to 1,247, an intercensal change of +14.8%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Betahon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lugait is a municipality comprising 8 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Betahon, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Oriental, which contains 504 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Betahon ranks 296th by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Betahon 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 Lugait 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 Betahon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,015
—
—
2020 CPH
1,086
+71
+7.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,247
+161
+14.8%
2015–2020: +7.0% total (+1.36%/yr).2020–2024: +14.8% total (+3.52%/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 Lugait
7thof 8
Among the lower half of Lugait by population.
Share of Lugait
6.0%
of the municipality's total 20,946 residents.
Rank in Misamis Oriental
296thof 504
Province-wide percentile: 41.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd*
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Lugait (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 Betahon
Where is Barangay Betahon located?▾
Barangay Betahon is a barangay in the municipality of Lugait, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Betahon hall?▾
Barangay Betahon is located in Lugait, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Betahon?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Betahon is Dennis Magsalay Yurong (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Betahon?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Betahon is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Lugait LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Betahon part of?▾
Barangay Betahon is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Lugait, Misamis Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Betahon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Betahon 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 Lugait?▾
Lugait 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 Betahon.
Has the population of Barangay Betahon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Betahon went from 1,086 residents to 1,247 — a change of +14.8% 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 Betahon in?▾
Barangay Betahon is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Oriental, and is one of 8 barangays administered by Lugait.
How many barangays are in Lugait?▾
Lugait has 8 barangays, including Barangay Betahon. You can browse the full list on our Lugait page.
How many residents does Barangay Betahon have?▾
Barangay Betahon had a population of 1,247 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Betahon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lugait is 9025. 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 Betahon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Betahon 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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