Barangay Kauswagan is a barangay in Mabuhay, Zamboanga Sibugay, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Mabuhay. It had a population of 793 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Leonardo S. Omamalin(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Kauswagan · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay Kauswagan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Kauswagan is one of the administrative divisions of Mabuhay in Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Kauswagan had a population of 793. This made it the 12th largest of 18 barangays in Mabuhay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Kauswagan accounted for approximately 3.26% of the total population of Mabuhay, which stood at 24,296 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,600 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 793 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -50.4%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Kauswagan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mabuhay is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Kauswagan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Sibugay, which contains 389 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Kauswagan ranks 294th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Sibugay is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Kauswagan 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 Mabuhay 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 Kauswagan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,520
—
—
2020 CPH
1,600
+80
+5.3%
2024 POPCEN
793
-807
-50.4%
2015–2020: +5.3% total (+1.03%/yr).2020–2024: -50.4% total (-16.09%/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 Mabuhay
12thof 18
Among the lower half of Mabuhay by population.
Share of Mabuhay
3.3%
of the municipality's total 24,296 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Sibugay
294thof 389
Province-wide percentile: 25.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Mabuhay (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 Kauswagan
Where is Barangay Kauswagan located?▾
Barangay Kauswagan is a barangay in the municipality of Mabuhay, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Kauswagan hall?▾
Barangay Kauswagan is located in Mabuhay, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Kauswagan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Kauswagan is Leonardo S. Omamalin (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Kauswagan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Kauswagan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Mabuhay LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Kauswagan part of?▾
Barangay Kauswagan is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Mabuhay, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Kauswagan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Kauswagan 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 Mabuhay?▾
Mabuhay 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 Kauswagan.
Has the population of Barangay Kauswagan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Kauswagan went from 1,600 residents to 793 — a change of -50.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Kauswagan in?▾
Barangay Kauswagan is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, and is one of 18 barangays administered by Mabuhay.
How many barangays are in Mabuhay?▾
Mabuhay has 18 barangays, including Barangay Kauswagan. You can browse the full list on our Mabuhay page.
How many residents does Barangay Kauswagan have?▾
Barangay Kauswagan had a population of 793 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Kauswagan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mabuhay is 7010. 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 Kauswagan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Kauswagan was last updated on 2026-05-29. 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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