Located in Moalboal, Cebu, Barangay Poblacion East is one of 15 barangays in the municipality of Moalboal. It had a population of 3,182 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Julius Dequinto Tarongoy(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poblacion East · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Poblacion East
Barangay Poblacion East is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Moalboal, located in the province of Cebu, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poblacion East had a population of 3,182. This made it the 4th largest of 15 barangays in Moalboal by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poblacion East accounted for approximately 8.38% of the total population of Moalboal, which stood at 37,993 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,911 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,182 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Poblacion East is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Moalboal is a municipality comprising 15 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poblacion East, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poblacion East ranks 437th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Poblacion East 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 Moalboal 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 East from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,521
—
—
2020 CPH
2,911
+390
+15.5%
2024 POPCEN
3,182
+271
+9.3%
2015–2020: +15.5% total (+2.92%/yr).2020–2024: +9.3% total (+2.25%/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 Moalboal
4thof 15
Among the top quartile of Moalboal by population.
Share of Moalboal
8.4%
of the municipality's total 37,993 residents.
Rank in Cebu
437thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 64.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Moalboal (municipality) class
4th
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 East
Where is Barangay Poblacion East located?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is a barangay in the municipality of Moalboal, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poblacion East hall?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is located in Moalboal, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion East?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poblacion East is Julius Dequinto Tarongoy (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poblacion East?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Poblacion East is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Moalboal LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Poblacion East part of?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is one of 15 barangays in the municipality of Moalboal, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poblacion East urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Moalboal?▾
Moalboal is classified as a 4th 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 East.
Has the population of Barangay Poblacion East been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poblacion East went from 2,911 residents to 3,182 — a change of +9.3% 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 East in?▾
Barangay Poblacion East is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 15 barangays administered by Moalboal.
How many barangays are in Moalboal?▾
Moalboal has 15 barangays, including Barangay Poblacion East. You can browse the full list on our Moalboal page.
How many residents does Barangay Poblacion East have?▾
Barangay Poblacion East had a population of 3,182 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poblacion East?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Moalboal is 6032. 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 East, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poblacion East 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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