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Punong Barangay
Regie Paglinawan Guarin(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Barag · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Barag
Barangay Barag is a very small barangay in the municipality of Mobo, located in the province of Masbate, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Barag had a population of 464. This made it the 26th largest of 29 barangays in Mobo by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Barag accounted for approximately 1.13% of the total population of Mobo, which stood at 41,199 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 Barag changed from 525 to 464, a shift of -11.6% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Mobo. Barangay Barag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Mobo is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Barag, 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 Barag ranks 524th 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.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Mobo 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 Barag from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
499
—
—
2020 CPH
525
+26
+5.2%
2024 POPCEN
464
-61
-11.6%
2015–2020: +5.2% total (+1.02%/yr).2020–2024: -11.6% total (-3.04%/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 Mobo
26thof 29
Among the smaller barangays of Mobo by population.
Share of Mobo
1.1%
of the municipality's total 41,199 residents.
Rank in Masbate
524thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 5.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Mobo (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 Barag
Where is Barangay Barag located?▾
Barangay Barag is a barangay in the municipality of Mobo, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Barag hall?▾
Barangay Barag is located in Mobo, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Barag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Barag is Regie Paglinawan Guarin (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Barag?▾
You can contact Barangay Barag via phone at 09656142000.
What municipality is Barangay Barag part of?▾
Barangay Barag is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Mobo, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Barag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Barag 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 Mobo?▾
Mobo 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 Barag.
Has the population of Barangay Barag been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Barag went from 525 residents to 464 — a change of -11.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Barag in?▾
Barangay Barag 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 29 barangays administered by Mobo.
How many barangays are in Mobo?▾
Mobo has 29 barangays, including Barangay Barag. You can browse the full list on our Mobo page.
How many residents does Barangay Barag have?▾
Barangay Barag had a population of 464 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Barag?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Mobo is 5401. 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 Barag, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Barag 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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