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Punong Barangay
Gadwin Layo Saludes(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lun Masla · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Lun Masla
Barangay Lun Masla forms part of Malapatan, a municipality in Sarangani, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lun Masla had a population of 5,384. This made it the 6th largest of 12 barangays in Malapatan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lun Masla accounted for approximately 6.52% of the total population of Malapatan, which stood at 82,577 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 5,250 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 5,384 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.6%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Lun Masla is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Malapatan is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lun Masla, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sarangani, which contains 141 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lun Masla ranks 29th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sarangani 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 Malapatan 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 Lun Masla from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,718
—
—
2020 CPH
5,250
+532
+11.3%
2024 POPCEN
5,384
+134
+2.6%
2015–2020: +11.3% total (+2.16%/yr).2020–2024: +2.6% total (+0.63%/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 Malapatan
6thof 12
Among the upper half of Malapatan by population.
Share of Malapatan
6.5%
of the municipality's total 82,577 residents.
Rank in Sarangani
29thof 141
Province-wide percentile: 80.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Malapatan (municipality) class
1st
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 Lun Masla
Where is Barangay Lun Masla located?▾
Barangay Lun Masla is a barangay in the municipality of Malapatan, Sarangani, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lun Masla hall?▾
Barangay Lun Masla is located in Malapatan, Sarangani, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lun Masla?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lun Masla is Gadwin Layo Saludes (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lun Masla?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lun Masla is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Malapatan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lun Masla part of?▾
Barangay Lun Masla is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Malapatan, Sarangani, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lun Masla urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lun Masla is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Malapatan?▾
Malapatan is classified as a 1st 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 Lun Masla.
Has the population of Barangay Lun Masla been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lun Masla went from 5,250 residents to 5,384 — a change of +2.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lun Masla in?▾
Barangay Lun Masla is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Sarangani, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Malapatan.
How many barangays are in Malapatan?▾
Malapatan has 12 barangays, including Barangay Lun Masla. You can browse the full list on our Malapatan page.
How many residents does Barangay Lun Masla have?▾
Barangay Lun Masla had a population of 5,384 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lun Masla?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Malapatan is 9516. 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 Lun Masla, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lun Masla was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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