Located in Mankayan, Benguet, Barangay Bulalacao is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Mankayan. It had a population of 3,127 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Satur Lostbayan Sapi Anton(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bulalacao · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Bulalacao
Barangay Bulalacao is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Mankayan, located in the province of Benguet, in the CAR region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bulalacao had a population of 3,127. This made it the 6th largest of 12 barangays in Mankayan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bulalacao accounted for approximately 8.09% of the total population of Mankayan, which stood at 38,647 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 Bulalacao changed from 3,362 to 3,127, a shift of -7.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Mankayan. Barangay Bulalacao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mankayan is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bulalacao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Benguet, which contains 269 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bulalacao ranks 73rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Benguet is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Bulalacao is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided under Republic Act No. 12232.
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 Mankayan 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 Bulalacao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,205
—
—
2020 CPH
3,362
+157
+4.9%
2024 POPCEN
3,127
-235
-7.0%
2015–2020: +4.9% total (+0.96%/yr).2020–2024: -7.0% total (-1.80%/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 Mankayan
6thof 12
Among the upper half of Mankayan by population.
Share of Mankayan
8.1%
of the municipality's total 38,647 residents.
Rank in Benguet
73rdof 269
Province-wide percentile: 73.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd*
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Mankayan (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 Bulalacao
Where is Barangay Bulalacao located?▾
Barangay Bulalacao is a barangay in the municipality of Mankayan, Benguet, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bulalacao hall?▾
Barangay Bulalacao is located in Mankayan, Benguet, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulalacao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulalacao is Satur Lostbayan Sapi Anton (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bulalacao?▾
You can contact Barangay Bulalacao via phone at 09319612503.
What municipality is Barangay Bulalacao part of?▾
Barangay Bulalacao is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Mankayan, Benguet, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bulalacao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bulalacao 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 Mankayan?▾
Mankayan 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 Bulalacao.
Has the population of Barangay Bulalacao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bulalacao went from 3,362 residents to 3,127 — a change of -7.0% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bulalacao in?▾
Barangay Bulalacao is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Benguet, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Mankayan.
How many barangays are in Mankayan?▾
Mankayan has 12 barangays, including Barangay Bulalacao. You can browse the full list on our Mankayan page.
How many residents does Barangay Bulalacao have?▾
Barangay Bulalacao had a population of 3,127 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bulalacao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mankayan is 2608. 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 Bulalacao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bulalacao 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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