Located in Midsayap, Cotabato, Barangay Bulanan Upper is one of 57 barangays in the municipality of Midsayap. It had a population of 1,970 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dominador Simblante Saromines(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bulanan Upper · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Bulanan Upper
Barangay Bulanan Upper is a small barangay in the municipality of Midsayap, located in the province of Cotabato, in the SOCCSKSARGEN region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bulanan Upper had a population of 1,970. This made it the 44th largest of 57 barangays in Midsayap by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bulanan Upper accounted for approximately 1.70% of the total population of Midsayap, which stood at 115,735 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Bulanan Upper changed from 2,004 to 1,970, a shift of -1.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Midsayap. Barangay Bulanan Upper is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Midsayap is a municipality comprising 57 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bulanan Upper, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bulanan Upper ranks 297th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Bulanan Upper is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Midsayap 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 Bulanan Upper from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,790
—
—
2020 CPH
2,004
+214
+12.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,970
-34
-1.7%
2015–2020: +12.0% total (+2.28%/yr).2020–2024: -1.7% total (-0.43%/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 Midsayap
44thof 57
Among the smaller barangays of Midsayap by population.
Share of Midsayap
1.7%
of the municipality's total 115,735 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
297thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 45.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Midsayap (municipality) class
1st
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 Bulanan Upper
Where is Barangay Bulanan Upper located?▾
Barangay Bulanan Upper is a barangay in the municipality of Midsayap, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bulanan Upper hall?▾
Barangay Bulanan Upper is located in Midsayap, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulanan Upper?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulanan Upper is Dominador Simblante Saromines (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bulanan Upper?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bulanan Upper is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Midsayap LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bulanan Upper part of?▾
Barangay Bulanan Upper is one of 57 barangays in the municipality of Midsayap, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bulanan Upper urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bulanan Upper 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 Midsayap?▾
Midsayap is classified as a 1st 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 Bulanan Upper.
Has the population of Barangay Bulanan Upper been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bulanan Upper went from 2,004 residents to 1,970 — a change of -1.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bulanan Upper in?▾
Barangay Bulanan Upper is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 57 barangays administered by Midsayap.
How many barangays are in Midsayap?▾
Midsayap has 57 barangays, including Barangay Bulanan Upper. You can browse the full list on our Midsayap page.
How many residents does Barangay Bulanan Upper have?▾
Barangay Bulanan Upper had a population of 1,970 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bulanan Upper?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Midsayap is 9410. 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 Bulanan Upper, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bulanan Upper 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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