Barangay Culo is a barangay in Molave, Zamboanga Del Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Molave. It had a population of 7,726 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Molave. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Miguel Arnoco Buenae(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Culo · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Culo
Barangay Culo forms part of Molave, a municipality in Zamboanga Del Sur, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Culo had a population of 7,726. This made it the 1st largest of 25 barangays in Molave by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Culo accounted for approximately 14.70% of the total population of Molave, which stood at 52,540 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 Culo changed from 7,651 to 7,726, a shift of +1.0% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Molave. Barangay Culo is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Molave is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Culo, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Culo ranks 60th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Culo 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 Molave 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 Culo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
6,071
—
—
2020 CPH
7,651
+1,580
+26.0%
2024 POPCEN
7,726
+75
+1.0%
2015–2020: +26.0% total (+4.73%/yr).2020–2024: +1.0% total (+0.24%/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 Molave
1stof 25
Among the top 10% of Molave by population.
Share of Molave
14.7%
of the municipality's total 52,540 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Sur
60thof 779
Province-wide percentile: 92.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Molave (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Culo in Molave during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Culo
Where is Barangay Culo located?▾
Barangay Culo is a barangay in the municipality of Molave, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Culo hall?▾
Barangay Culo is located in Molave, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Culo?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Culo is Miguel Arnoco Buenae (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Culo?▾
You can contact Barangay Culo via phone at 09177125447.
What municipality is Barangay Culo part of?▾
Barangay Culo is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Molave, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Culo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Culo 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 Molave?▾
Molave 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 Culo.
Has the population of Barangay Culo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Culo went from 7,651 residents to 7,726 — a change of +1.0% 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 Culo in?▾
Barangay Culo is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Molave.
How many barangays are in Molave?▾
Molave has 25 barangays, including Barangay Culo. You can browse the full list on our Molave page.
How many residents does Barangay Culo have?▾
Barangay Culo had a population of 7,726 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Culo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Molave is 7023. 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 Culo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Culo 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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