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Punong Barangay
Mark Huela Haquihaca(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cagtalaba · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Cagtalaba
Barangay Cagtalaba is a small barangay in the municipality of Magallanes, located in the province of Sorsogon, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cagtalaba had a population of 809. This made it the 22nd largest of 34 barangays in Magallanes by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cagtalaba accounted for approximately 2.12% 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 Cagtalaba moved from 469 residents to 809, an intercensal change of +72.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Cagtalaba 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 Cagtalaba, 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 Cagtalaba ranks 398th 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 Cagtalaba from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
557
—
—
2020 CPH
469
-88
-15.8%
2024 POPCEN
809
+340
+72.5%
2015–2020: -15.8% total (-3.38%/yr).2020–2024: +72.5% total (+14.60%/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
22ndof 34
Among the lower half of Magallanes by population.
Share of Magallanes
2.1%
of the municipality's total 38,072 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
398thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 27.
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 Cagtalaba
Where is Barangay Cagtalaba located?▾
Barangay Cagtalaba is a barangay in the municipality of Magallanes, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cagtalaba hall?▾
Barangay Cagtalaba 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 Cagtalaba?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cagtalaba is Mark Huela Haquihaca (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cagtalaba?▾
You can contact Barangay Cagtalaba via phone at 09955052633.
What municipality is Barangay Cagtalaba part of?▾
Barangay Cagtalaba is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Magallanes, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cagtalaba urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cagtalaba 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 Cagtalaba.
Has the population of Barangay Cagtalaba been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cagtalaba went from 469 residents to 809 — a change of +72.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Cagtalaba in?▾
Barangay Cagtalaba 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 Cagtalaba. You can browse the full list on our Magallanes page.
How many residents does Barangay Cagtalaba have?▾
Barangay Cagtalaba had a population of 809 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cagtalaba?▾
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 Cagtalaba, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cagtalaba 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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