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Punong Barangay
Mar Hermano Tagana(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ligaya · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Ligaya
Situated in Matuguinao, Samar, Barangay Ligaya is one of 20 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ligaya had a population of 90. This made it the 20th largest of 20 barangays in Matuguinao by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ligaya accounted for approximately 1.17% of the total population of Matuguinao, which stood at 7,708 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 86 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 90 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +4.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Ligaya is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Matuguinao is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ligaya, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ligaya ranks 941st by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar 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 Ligaya 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 Matuguinao 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 Ligaya from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
172
—
—
2020 CPH
86
-86
-50.0%
2024 POPCEN
90
+4
+4.7%
2015–2020: -50.0% total (-12.94%/yr).2020–2024: +4.7% total (+1.14%/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 Matuguinao
20thof 20
Among the smaller barangays of Matuguinao by population.
Share of Matuguinao
1.2%
of the municipality's total 7,708 residents.
Rank in Samar
941stof 951
Province-wide percentile: 1.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Matuguinao (municipality) class
5th
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 Ligaya
Where is Barangay Ligaya located?▾
Barangay Ligaya is a barangay in the municipality of Matuguinao, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ligaya hall?▾
Barangay Ligaya is located in Matuguinao, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ligaya?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ligaya is Mar Hermano Tagana (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ligaya?▾
You can contact Barangay Ligaya via phone at 09126892847.
What municipality is Barangay Ligaya part of?▾
Barangay Ligaya is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Matuguinao, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ligaya urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ligaya 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 Matuguinao?▾
Matuguinao is classified as a 5th 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 Ligaya.
Has the population of Barangay Ligaya been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ligaya went from 86 residents to 90 — a change of +4.7% 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 Ligaya in?▾
Barangay Ligaya is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Matuguinao.
How many barangays are in Matuguinao?▾
Matuguinao has 20 barangays, including Barangay Ligaya. You can browse the full list on our Matuguinao page.
How many residents does Barangay Ligaya have?▾
Barangay Ligaya had a population of 90 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ligaya?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Matuguinao is 6708. 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 Ligaya, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ligaya 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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