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Punong Barangay
Rico Castidades Gallanosa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bolo · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Bolo
Situated in Matnog, Sorsogon, Barangay Bolo is one of 40 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bolo had a population of 1,323. This made it the 13th largest of 40 barangays in Matnog by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bolo accounted for approximately 3.12% of the total population of Matnog, which stood at 42,444 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bolo moved from 1,274 residents to 1,323, an intercensal change of +3.8%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Bolo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Matnog is a municipality comprising 40 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bolo, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Sorsogon, which contains 541 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bolo ranks 240th by 2024 POPCEN population. Sorsogon is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Bolo 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 Matnog 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 Bolo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,298
—
—
2020 CPH
1,274
-24
-1.8%
2024 POPCEN
1,323
+49
+3.8%
2015–2020: -1.8% total (-0.37%/yr).2020–2024: +3.8% total (+0.95%/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 Matnog
13thof 40
Among the upper half of Matnog by population.
Share of Matnog
3.1%
of the municipality's total 42,444 residents.
Rank in Sorsogon
240thof 541
Province-wide percentile: 56.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Matnog (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 Bolo
Where is Barangay Bolo located?▾
Barangay Bolo is a barangay in the municipality of Matnog, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bolo hall?▾
Barangay Bolo is located in Matnog, Sorsogon, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bolo?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bolo is Rico Castidades Gallanosa (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bolo?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bolo is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Matnog LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bolo part of?▾
Barangay Bolo is one of 40 barangays in the municipality of Matnog, Sorsogon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bolo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bolo 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 Matnog?▾
Matnog 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 Bolo.
Has the population of Barangay Bolo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bolo went from 1,274 residents to 1,323 — 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 Bolo in?▾
Barangay Bolo is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Sorsogon, and is one of 40 barangays administered by Matnog.
How many barangays are in Matnog?▾
Matnog has 40 barangays, including Barangay Bolo. You can browse the full list on our Matnog page.
How many residents does Barangay Bolo have?▾
Barangay Bolo had a population of 1,323 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bolo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Matnog is 4708. 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 Bolo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bolo 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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