Situated in the municipality of M'lang, Cotabato, Barangay Buayan is one of the administrative divisions of SOCCSKSARGEN. It had a population of 4,919 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Gilmer Ian Lozarita Antes(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buayan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Buayan
Barangay Buayan is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of M'lang, located in the province of Cotabato, in the SOCCSKSARGEN region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buayan had a population of 4,919. This made it the 3rd largest of 37 barangays in M'lang by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buayan accounted for approximately 4.99% of the total population of M'lang, which stood at 98,646 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Buayan changed from 4,798 to 4,919, a shift of +2.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in M'lang. Barangay Buayan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
M'lang is a municipality comprising 37 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buayan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buayan ranks 60th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Buayan is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 M'lang 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 Buayan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,873
—
—
2020 CPH
4,798
-75
-1.5%
2024 POPCEN
4,919
+121
+2.5%
2015–2020: -1.5% total (-0.31%/yr).2020–2024: +2.5% total (+0.62%/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 M'lang
3rdof 37
Among the top 10% of M'lang by population.
Share of M'lang
5.0%
of the municipality's total 98,646 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
60thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 89.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
M'lang (municipality) class
1st
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 Buayan
Where is Barangay Buayan located?▾
Barangay Buayan is a barangay in the municipality of M'lang, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buayan hall?▾
Barangay Buayan is located in M'lang, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buayan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buayan is Gilmer Ian Lozarita Antes (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buayan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Buayan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official M'lang LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Buayan part of?▾
Barangay Buayan is one of 37 barangays in the municipality of M'lang, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buayan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buayan 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 M'lang?▾
M'lang is classified as a 1st 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 Buayan.
Has the population of Barangay Buayan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buayan went from 4,798 residents to 4,919 — a change of +2.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Buayan in?▾
Barangay Buayan is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 37 barangays administered by M'lang.
How many barangays are in M'lang?▾
M'lang has 37 barangays, including Barangay Buayan. You can browse the full list on our M'lang page.
How many residents does Barangay Buayan have?▾
Barangay Buayan had a population of 4,919 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buayan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for M'lang is 9402. 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 Buayan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buayan was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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