Barangay Upper Mahaplag is a local government unit in Mahaplag, Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,727 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Elsa Carawana Lumbao(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Upper Mahaplag · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+26.0% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Upper Mahaplag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,371
—
—
2020 CPH
1,396
+25
+1.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,727
+331
+23.7%
2015–2020: +1.8% total (+0.36%/yr).2020–2024: +23.7% total (+5.46%/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 Mahaplag
5thof 28
Among the top quartile of Mahaplag by population.
Share of Mahaplag
6.1%
of the municipality's total 28,424 residents.
Rank in Leyte
339thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 79.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Mahaplag (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.
About Barangay Upper Mahaplag
Situated in Mahaplag, Leyte, Barangay Upper Mahaplag is one of 28 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Upper Mahaplag had a population of 1,727. This made it the 5th largest of 28 barangays in Mahaplag by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Upper Mahaplag accounted for approximately 6.08% of the total population of Mahaplag, which stood at 28,424 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 Upper Mahaplag changed from 1,396 to 1,727, a shift of +23.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Mahaplag. Barangay Upper Mahaplag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mahaplag is a municipality of 28 barangays, of which Barangay Upper Mahaplag is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Upper Mahaplag ranks 339th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Mahaplag 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Upper Mahaplag
Where is Barangay Upper Mahaplag located?▾
Barangay Upper Mahaplag is a barangay in the municipality of Mahaplag, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Upper Mahaplag hall?▾
Barangay Upper Mahaplag is located in Mahaplag, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Upper Mahaplag?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Upper Mahaplag is Elsa Carawana Lumbao (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Upper Mahaplag?▾
You can contact Barangay Upper Mahaplag via phone at 09700880233.
What municipality is Barangay Upper Mahaplag part of?▾
Barangay Upper Mahaplag is one of 28 barangays in the municipality of Mahaplag, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Upper Mahaplag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Upper Mahaplag 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 Mahaplag?▾
Mahaplag 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 Upper Mahaplag.
Has the population of Barangay Upper Mahaplag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Upper Mahaplag went from 1,396 residents to 1,727 — a change of +23.7% 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 Upper Mahaplag in?▾
Barangay Upper Mahaplag is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 28 barangays administered by Mahaplag.
How many barangays are in Mahaplag?▾
Mahaplag has 28 barangays, including Barangay Upper Mahaplag. You can browse the full list on our Mahaplag page.
How many residents does Barangay Upper Mahaplag have?▾
Barangay Upper Mahaplag had a population of 1,727 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Upper Mahaplag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mahaplag is 6512. 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 Upper Mahaplag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Upper Mahaplag was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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