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Punong Barangay
Nestor Morada Samillano SR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tugawe · Data updated 2026-07-03
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-24.5% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Tugawe from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
535
—
—
2020 CPH
406
-129
-24.1%
2024 POPCEN
404
-2
-0.5%
2015–2020: -24.1% total (-5.37%/yr).2020–2024: -0.5% total (-0.12%/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
28thof 29
Among the smaller barangays of Mobo by population.
Share of Mobo
0.98%
of the municipality's total 41,199 residents.
Rank in Masbate
534thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 3.
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.
About Barangay Tugawe
Barangay Tugawe 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 Tugawe had a population of 404. This made it the 28th largest of 29 barangays in Mobo by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tugawe accounted for approximately 0.98% of the total population of Mobo, which stood at 41,199 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 406 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 404 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.5%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Tugawe 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 of 29 barangays, of which Barangay Tugawe is one. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tugawe ranks 534th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Tugawe
Where is Barangay Tugawe located?▾
Barangay Tugawe is a barangay in the municipality of Mobo, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tugawe hall?▾
Barangay Tugawe 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 Tugawe?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Tugawe is Nestor Morada Samillano SR. (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Tugawe?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tugawe is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Mobo LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tugawe part of?▾
Barangay Tugawe is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Mobo, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tugawe urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tugawe 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 Tugawe.
Has the population of Barangay Tugawe been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tugawe went from 406 residents to 404 — a change of -0.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Tugawe in?▾
Barangay Tugawe 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 Tugawe. You can browse the full list on our Mobo page.
How many residents does Barangay Tugawe have?▾
Barangay Tugawe had a population of 404 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tugawe?▾
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 Tugawe, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tugawe was last updated on 2026-07-03. 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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