Barangay Cantugas is a barangay in Mainit, Surigao Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Mainit. It had a population of 1,784 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Perfecto Samonte Galvez JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cantugas · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Cantugas
Barangay Cantugas forms part of Mainit, a municipality in Surigao Del Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cantugas had a population of 1,784. This made it the 6th largest of 21 barangays in Mainit by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cantugas accounted for approximately 6.11% of the total population of Mainit, which stood at 29,205 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,639 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,784 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +8.8%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Cantugas is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mainit is a municipality comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cantugas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cantugas ranks 95th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Norte 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 Mainit 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 Cantugas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,673
—
—
2020 CPH
1,639
-34
-2.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,784
+145
+8.8%
2015–2020: -2.0% total (-0.41%/yr).2020–2024: +8.8% total (+2.14%/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 Mainit
6thof 21
Among the top quartile of Mainit by population.
Share of Mainit
6.1%
of the municipality's total 29,205 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
95thof 335
Province-wide percentile: 72.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Mainit (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Cantugas
Where is Barangay Cantugas located?▾
Barangay Cantugas is a barangay in the municipality of Mainit, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cantugas hall?▾
Barangay Cantugas is located in Mainit, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cantugas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cantugas is Perfecto Samonte Galvez JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cantugas?▾
You can contact Barangay Cantugas via phone at 09056071710.
What municipality is Barangay Cantugas part of?▾
Barangay Cantugas is one of 21 barangays in the municipality of Mainit, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cantugas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cantugas 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 Mainit?▾
Mainit 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 Cantugas.
Has the population of Barangay Cantugas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cantugas went from 1,639 residents to 1,784 — a change of +8.8% 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 Cantugas in?▾
Barangay Cantugas is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 21 barangays administered by Mainit.
How many barangays are in Mainit?▾
Mainit has 21 barangays, including Barangay Cantugas. You can browse the full list on our Mainit page.
How many residents does Barangay Cantugas have?▾
Barangay Cantugas had a population of 1,784 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cantugas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mainit is 8407. 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 Cantugas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cantugas 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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