Malabuyoc · Cebu
Barangay Looc
Barangay Looc forms part of the municipality of Malabuyoc in Cebu, Philippines. It had a population of 1,173 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 1,173
- Population (2015)
- 1,218
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- -3.7%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Looc
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Looc is one of the administrative divisions of Malabuyoc in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Looc had a population of 1,173. This made it the 7th largest of 14 barangays in Malabuyoc by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Looc accounted for approximately 5.93% of the total population of Malabuyoc, which stood at 19,770 in the same census year.
The barangay recorded 1,218 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 1,173 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of -3.7%, consistent with a contracting settlement. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Looc as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Malabuyoc is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Looc, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Looc ranks 798th by 2020 population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Looc is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
City / Municipality
Malabuyoc (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
✓ Verified- Punong Barangay
- James Quiñanola Villarojo(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Mary Ann Cuevas Gorit
- Barangay Treasurer
- Renita Basa Lebumfacil
- SK Chairperson
- Lhoudelyn Marilao Villaro
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Mario Villarojo Betong
- • Angeles Vilar Luague
- • Alvin Vilar Luague
- • Nicolas Matas Gorit
- • Celerina Ruedas Diana
- • Philipjohn Diaz Lidot
- • Jezel May Gador Mandawe
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Looc
Where is Barangay Looc located?▾
Barangay Looc is a barangay in the municipality of Malabuyoc, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Looc hall?▾
Barangay Looc is located in Malabuyoc, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Looc?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Looc is James Quiñanola Villarojo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Looc?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Looc is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Malabuyoc LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Looc part of?▾
Barangay Looc is one of 14 barangays in Malabuyoc, a municipality in Cebu, 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 Looc
- 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.