Situated in the municipality of Milagros, Masbate, Barangay Bacolod is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 3,568 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Nestor Pacheco Aganan SR(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bacolod · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bacolod
Barangay Bacolod forms part of Milagros, a municipality in Masbate, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bacolod had a population of 3,568. This made it the 5th largest of 27 barangays in Milagros by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bacolod accounted for approximately 6.22% of the total population of Milagros, which stood at 57,362 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bacolod moved from 3,350 residents to 3,568, an intercensal change of +6.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Bacolod is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Milagros is a municipality comprising 27 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bacolod, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bacolod ranks 36th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate 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 Bacolod 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 Milagros 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 Bacolod from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,631
—
—
2020 CPH
3,350
-281
-7.7%
2024 POPCEN
3,568
+218
+6.5%
2015–2020: -7.7% total (-1.60%/yr).2020–2024: +6.5% total (+1.59%/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 Milagros
5thof 27
Among the top quartile of Milagros by population.
Share of Milagros
6.2%
of the municipality's total 57,362 residents.
Rank in Masbate
36thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 94.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Milagros (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 Bacolod
Where is Barangay Bacolod located?▾
Barangay Bacolod is a barangay in the municipality of Milagros, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bacolod hall?▾
Barangay Bacolod is located in Milagros, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bacolod?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bacolod is Nestor Pacheco Aganan SR (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bacolod?▾
You can contact Barangay Bacolod via phone at 09658956723.
What municipality is Barangay Bacolod part of?▾
Barangay Bacolod is one of 27 barangays in the municipality of Milagros, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bacolod urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bacolod 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 Milagros?▾
Milagros 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 Bacolod.
Has the population of Barangay Bacolod been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bacolod went from 3,350 residents to 3,568 — a change of +6.5% 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 Bacolod in?▾
Barangay Bacolod is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 27 barangays administered by Milagros.
How many barangays are in Milagros?▾
Milagros has 27 barangays, including Barangay Bacolod. You can browse the full list on our Milagros page.
How many residents does Barangay Bacolod have?▾
Barangay Bacolod had a population of 3,568 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bacolod?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Milagros is 5410. 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 Bacolod, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bacolod was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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