Situated in the municipality of Magallanes, Sorsogon, Barangay Busay is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 538 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Manilyn Honrubia Matias(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Busay · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Busay
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Busay is one of the administrative divisions of Magallanes in Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Busay had a population of 538. This made it the 30th largest of 34 barangays in Magallanes by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Busay accounted for approximately 1.41% of the total population of Magallanes, which stood at 38,072 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Busay moved from 588 residents to 538, an intercensal change of -8.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Busay is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Magallanes is a municipality comprising 34 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Busay, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Busay ranks 480th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Magallanes 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 Busay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
604
—
—
2020 CPH
588
-16
-2.6%
2024 POPCEN
538
-50
-8.5%
2015–2020: -2.6% total (-0.54%/yr).2020–2024: -8.5% total (-2.20%/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 Magallanes
30thof 34
Among the smaller barangays of Magallanes by population.
Share of Magallanes
1.4%
of the municipality's total 38,072 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
480thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 11.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Magallanes (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 Busay
Where is Barangay Busay located?▾
Barangay Busay is a barangay in the municipality of Magallanes, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Busay hall?▾
Barangay Busay is located in Magallanes, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Busay?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Busay is Manilyn Honrubia Matias (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Busay?▾
You can contact Barangay Busay via phone at 09483683715.
What municipality is Barangay Busay part of?▾
Barangay Busay is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Magallanes, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Busay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Busay 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 Magallanes?▾
Magallanes 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 Busay.
Has the population of Barangay Busay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Busay went from 588 residents to 538 — a change of -8.5% 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 Busay in?▾
Barangay Busay is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 34 barangays administered by Magallanes.
How many barangays are in Magallanes?▾
Magallanes has 34 barangays, including Barangay Busay. You can browse the full list on our Magallanes page.
How many residents does Barangay Busay have?▾
Barangay Busay had a population of 538 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Busay?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Magallanes is 4705. 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 Busay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Busay was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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