Barangay Upper Malubog is a local government unit in Manticao, Misamis Oriental, in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines. It had a population of 791 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Manticao. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Rolando Buton Alisbo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Upper Malubog · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Upper Malubog
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Upper Malubog is one of the administrative divisions of Manticao in Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Upper Malubog had a population of 791. This made it the 10th largest of 13 barangays in Manticao by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Upper Malubog accounted for approximately 2.55% of the total population of Manticao, which stood at 30,968 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Upper Malubog moved from 656 residents to 791, an intercensal change of +20.6%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Upper Malubog is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Manticao is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Upper Malubog, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Oriental, which contains 504 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Upper Malubog ranks 384th by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Oriental 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 Upper Malubog 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.
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 Manticao 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 Upper Malubog from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
635
—
—
2020 CPH
656
+21
+3.3%
2024 POPCEN
791
+135
+20.6%
2015–2020: +3.3% total (+0.65%/yr).2020–2024: +20.6% total (+4.79%/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 Manticao
10thof 13
Among the lower half of Manticao by population.
Share of Manticao
2.6%
of the municipality's total 30,968 residents.
Rank in Misamis Oriental
384thof 504
Province-wide percentile: 24.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Manticao (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 Upper Malubog
Where is Barangay Upper Malubog located?▾
Barangay Upper Malubog is a barangay in the municipality of Manticao, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Upper Malubog hall?▾
Barangay Upper Malubog is located in Manticao, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Upper Malubog?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Upper Malubog is Rolando Buton Alisbo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Upper Malubog?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Upper Malubog is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Manticao LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Upper Malubog part of?▾
Barangay Upper Malubog is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Manticao, Misamis Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Upper Malubog urban or rural?▾
Barangay Upper Malubog 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 Manticao?▾
Manticao 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 Upper Malubog.
Has the population of Barangay Upper Malubog been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Upper Malubog went from 656 residents to 791 — a change of +20.6% 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 Upper Malubog in?▾
Barangay Upper Malubog is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Oriental, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Manticao.
How many barangays are in Manticao?▾
Manticao has 13 barangays, including Barangay Upper Malubog. You can browse the full list on our Manticao page.
How many residents does Barangay Upper Malubog have?▾
Barangay Upper Malubog had a population of 791 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Upper Malubog?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Manticao is 9024. 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 Upper Malubog, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Upper Malubog 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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