Mahayag · Zamboanga Del Sur
Barangay Bag-ong Balamban
Barangay Bag-ong Balamban is a local government unit in Mahayag, Zamboanga Del Sur, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,664 in the 2020 census.
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Population & Statistics
2020 census data
- Population (2020)
- 1,664
- Population (2015)
- 1,609
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- +3.4%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Bag-ong Balamban
Barangay Bag-ong Balamban is a small barangay in the municipality of Mahayag, located in the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines.
According to the 2020 Philippine census, Barangay Bag-ong Balamban had a population of 1,664. This made it the 10th largest of 29 barangays in Mahayag by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bag-ong Balamban accounted for approximately 3.45% of the total population of Mahayag, which stood at 48,258 in the same census year.
The barangay recorded 1,609 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 1,664 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of +3.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Bag-ong Balamban is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mahayag is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bag-ong Balamban, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bag-ong Balamban ranks 183rd by 2020 population. Zamboanga Del Sur is classified as a 1st 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.
City / Municipality
Mahayag (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Punong Barangay
- Eleno Cajote Bucabal(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Evelyn Tabamo Sarsaba
- Barangay Treasurer
- Mercidita Rumay Melgar
- SK Chairperson
- Mark Lester Melgar Ranile
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Ruby Padua Sios-e
- • Calixto Oringot Manonday
- • Crisberto G Cajote
- • Leonardo Tanguamos Gomez
- • Scott James Rumay Calunsag
- • Romeo Sayson Meking
- • Joseph Ursonal Melgar
Other Barangays in Mahayag
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bag-ong Balamban
Where is Barangay Bag-ong Balamban located?▾
Barangay Bag-ong Balamban is a barangay in the municipality of Mahayag, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bag-ong Balamban hall?▾
Barangay Bag-ong Balamban is located in Mahayag, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bag-ong Balamban?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bag-ong Balamban is Eleno Cajote Bucabal (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bag-ong Balamban?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bag-ong Balamban is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Mahayag LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bag-ong Balamban part of?▾
Barangay Bag-ong Balamban is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Mahayag, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Bag-ong Balamban
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.