Located in Mayorga, Leyte, Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Mayorga. It had a population of 1,246 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Manuel Loreno Pestilos(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Poblacion Zone 1
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is one of the administrative divisions of Mayorga in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 had a population of 1,246. This made it the 4th largest of 16 barangays in Mayorga by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 accounted for approximately 6.66% of the total population of Mayorga, which stood at 18,713 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,180 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,246 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +5.6%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mayorga is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poblacion Zone 1, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 ranks 532nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte 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 Poblacion Zone 1 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 Mayorga 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 Poblacion Zone 1 from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,254
—
—
2020 CPH
1,180
-74
-5.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,246
+66
+5.6%
2015–2020: -5.9% total (-1.21%/yr).2020–2024: +5.6% total (+1.37%/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 Mayorga
4thof 16
Among the top quartile of Mayorga by population.
Share of Mayorga
6.7%
of the municipality's total 18,713 residents.
Rank in Leyte
532ndof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 68.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Mayorga (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 Poblacion Zone 1
Where is Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 located?▾
Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is a barangay in the municipality of Mayorga, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is located in Mayorga, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion Zone 1?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is Manuel Loreno Pestilos (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion Zone 1?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Mayorga LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Mayorga, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 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 Mayorga?▾
Mayorga 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 Poblacion Zone 1.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 went from 1,180 residents to 1,246 — a change of +5.6% 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 Poblacion Zone 1 in?▾
Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Mayorga.
How many barangays are in Mayorga?▾
Mayorga has 16 barangays, including Barangay Poblacion Zone 1. You can browse the full list on our Mayorga page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 have?▾
Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 had a population of 1,246 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion Zone 1?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mayorga is 6507. 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 Poblacion Zone 1, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion Zone 1 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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