Located in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Barangay Lunocan is one of 22 barangays in the municipality of Manolo Fortich. It had a population of 8,178 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Niel Alvarez Bacayana(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lunocan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Lunocan
Barangay Lunocan is a large barangay in the municipality of Manolo Fortich, located in the province of Bukidnon, in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lunocan had a population of 8,178. This made it the 5th largest of 22 barangays in Manolo Fortich by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lunocan accounted for approximately 6.93% of the total population of Manolo Fortich, which stood at 118,075 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 7,879 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 8,178 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +3.8%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Lunocan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Manolo Fortich is a municipality comprising 22 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lunocan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bukidnon, which contains 464 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lunocan ranks 37th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bukidnon is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Lunocan 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 Manolo Fortich 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 Lunocan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
7,346
—
—
2020 CPH
7,879
+533
+7.3%
2024 POPCEN
8,178
+299
+3.8%
2015–2020: +7.3% total (+1.41%/yr).2020–2024: +3.8% total (+0.94%/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 Manolo Fortich
5thof 22
Among the top quartile of Manolo Fortich by population.
Share of Manolo Fortich
6.9%
of the municipality's total 118,075 residents.
Rank in Bukidnon
37thof 464
Province-wide percentile: 92.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Manolo Fortich (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 Lunocan
Where is Barangay Lunocan located?▾
Barangay Lunocan is a barangay in the municipality of Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lunocan hall?▾
Barangay Lunocan is located in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lunocan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lunocan is Niel Alvarez Bacayana (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lunocan?▾
You can contact Barangay Lunocan via phone at 09203008718.
What municipality is Barangay Lunocan part of?▾
Barangay Lunocan is one of 22 barangays in the municipality of Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lunocan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lunocan 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 Manolo Fortich?▾
Manolo Fortich 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 Lunocan.
Has the population of Barangay Lunocan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lunocan went from 7,879 residents to 8,178 — a change of +3.8% 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 Lunocan in?▾
Barangay Lunocan is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Bukidnon, and is one of 22 barangays administered by Manolo Fortich.
How many barangays are in Manolo Fortich?▾
Manolo Fortich has 22 barangays, including Barangay Lunocan. You can browse the full list on our Manolo Fortich page.
How many residents does Barangay Lunocan have?▾
Barangay Lunocan had a population of 8,178 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lunocan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Manolo Fortich is 8703. 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 Lunocan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lunocan was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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