Barangay San Rafael Sur is a barangay in Lupi, Camarines Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Lupi. It had a population of 487 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Victor Aguja Joven(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Rafael Sur · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay San Rafael Sur
Barangay San Rafael Sur is a very small barangay in the municipality of Lupi, located in the province of Camarines Sur, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Rafael Sur had a population of 487. This made it the 26th largest of 38 barangays in Lupi by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay San Rafael Sur accounted for approximately 1.45% of the total population of Lupi, which stood at 33,474 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 503 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 487 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -3.2%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay San Rafael Sur is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Lupi is a municipality comprising 38 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay San Rafael Sur, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Camarines Sur, which contains 1,063 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay San Rafael Sur ranks 967th by 2024 POPCEN population. Camarines Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay San Rafael Sur 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 Lupi 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 San Rafael Sur from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
462
—
—
2020 CPH
503
+41
+8.9%
2024 POPCEN
487
-16
-3.2%
2015–2020: +8.9% total (+1.72%/yr).2020–2024: -3.2% total (-0.80%/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 Lupi
26thof 38
Among the lower half of Lupi by population.
Share of Lupi
1.5%
of the municipality's total 33,474 residents.
Rank in Camarines Sur
967thof 1,063
Province-wide percentile: 9.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Lupi (municipality) class
3rd
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 San Rafael Sur
Where is Barangay San Rafael Sur located?▾
Barangay San Rafael Sur is a barangay in the municipality of Lupi, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Rafael Sur hall?▾
Barangay San Rafael Sur is located in Lupi, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay San Rafael Sur?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay San Rafael Sur is Victor Aguja Joven (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay San Rafael Sur?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay San Rafael Sur is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Lupi LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay San Rafael Sur part of?▾
Barangay San Rafael Sur is one of 38 barangays in the municipality of Lupi, Camarines Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Rafael Sur urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Rafael Sur 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 Lupi?▾
Lupi is classified as a 3rd 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 San Rafael Sur.
Has the population of Barangay San Rafael Sur been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Rafael Sur went from 503 residents to 487 — a change of -3.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay San Rafael Sur in?▾
Barangay San Rafael Sur is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Camarines Sur, and is one of 38 barangays administered by Lupi.
How many barangays are in Lupi?▾
Lupi has 38 barangays, including Barangay San Rafael Sur. You can browse the full list on our Lupi page.
How many residents does Barangay San Rafael Sur have?▾
Barangay San Rafael Sur had a population of 487 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Rafael Sur?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Lupi is 4409. 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 San Rafael Sur, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Rafael Sur 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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