Barangay New Leyte is a barangay in Maco, Davao De Oro, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Maco. It had a population of 2,997 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Isidro Mamacos Relator(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay New Leyte · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay New Leyte
Barangay New Leyte forms part of Maco, a municipality in Davao De Oro, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay New Leyte had a population of 2,997. This made it the 12th largest of 37 barangays in Maco by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay New Leyte accounted for approximately 3.42% of the total population of Maco, which stood at 87,680 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay New Leyte moved from 2,878 residents to 2,997, an intercensal change of +4.1%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay New Leyte is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Maco is a municipality comprising 37 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay New Leyte, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Davao De Oro, which contains 237 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay New Leyte ranks 93rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Davao De Oro is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay New Leyte 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 Maco 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 New Leyte from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,720
—
—
2020 CPH
2,878
+158
+5.8%
2024 POPCEN
2,997
+119
+4.1%
2015–2020: +5.8% total (+1.14%/yr).2020–2024: +4.1% total (+1.02%/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 Maco
12thof 37
Among the upper half of Maco by population.
Share of Maco
3.4%
of the municipality's total 87,680 residents.
Rank in Davao De Oro
93rdof 237
Province-wide percentile: 61.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Maco (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 New Leyte
Where is Barangay New Leyte located?▾
Barangay New Leyte is a barangay in the municipality of Maco, Davao De Oro, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay New Leyte hall?▾
Barangay New Leyte is located in Maco, Davao De Oro, Davao Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay New Leyte?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay New Leyte is Isidro Mamacos Relator (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay New Leyte?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay New Leyte is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Maco LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay New Leyte part of?▾
Barangay New Leyte is one of 37 barangays in the municipality of Maco, Davao De Oro, Philippines.
Is Barangay New Leyte urban or rural?▾
Barangay New Leyte 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 Maco?▾
Maco 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 New Leyte.
Has the population of Barangay New Leyte been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay New Leyte went from 2,878 residents to 2,997 — a change of +4.1% 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 New Leyte in?▾
Barangay New Leyte is part of the Davao Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Davao Region, the barangay falls under the province of Davao De Oro, and is one of 37 barangays administered by Maco.
How many barangays are in Maco?▾
Maco has 37 barangays, including Barangay New Leyte. You can browse the full list on our Maco page.
How many residents does Barangay New Leyte have?▾
Barangay New Leyte had a population of 2,997 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay New Leyte?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Maco is 8114. 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 New Leyte, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay New Leyte 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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