Barangay Arorogan is a local government unit in Marihatag, Surigao Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,654 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Maria-liza Octobre Jumawan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Arorogan · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Arorogan
Barangay Arorogan forms part of Marihatag, a municipality in Surigao Del Sur, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Arorogan had a population of 1,654. This made it the 6th largest of 12 barangays in Marihatag by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Arorogan accounted for approximately 8.38% of the total population of Marihatag, which stood at 19,730 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Arorogan moved from 1,484 residents to 1,654, an intercensal change of +11.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Arorogan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Marihatag is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Arorogan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Sur, which contains 309 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Arorogan ranks 132nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Sur is classified as a 1st 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 Marihatag 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 Arorogan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,354
—
—
2020 CPH
1,484
+130
+9.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,654
+170
+11.5%
2015–2020: +9.6% total (+1.85%/yr).2020–2024: +11.5% total (+2.75%/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 Marihatag
6thof 12
Among the upper half of Marihatag by population.
Share of Marihatag
8.4%
of the municipality's total 19,730 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
132ndof 309
Province-wide percentile: 58.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Marihatag (municipality) class
3rd
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 Arorogan
Where is Barangay Arorogan located?▾
Barangay Arorogan is a barangay in the municipality of Marihatag, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Arorogan hall?▾
Barangay Arorogan is located in Marihatag, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Arorogan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Arorogan is Maria-liza Octobre Jumawan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Arorogan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Arorogan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Marihatag LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Arorogan part of?▾
Barangay Arorogan is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Marihatag, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Arorogan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Arorogan 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 Marihatag?▾
Marihatag is classified as a 3rd 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 Arorogan.
Has the population of Barangay Arorogan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Arorogan went from 1,484 residents to 1,654 — a change of +11.5% 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 Arorogan in?▾
Barangay Arorogan is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Sur, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Marihatag.
How many barangays are in Marihatag?▾
Marihatag has 12 barangays, including Barangay Arorogan. You can browse the full list on our Marihatag page.
How many residents does Barangay Arorogan have?▾
Barangay Arorogan had a population of 1,654 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Arorogan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Marihatag is 8306. 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 Arorogan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Arorogan was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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