Located in Murcia, Negros Occidental, Barangay Santa Rosa is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Murcia. It had a population of 5,649 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Joel Lacerna Pabello(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Rosa · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Santa Rosa
Barangay Santa Rosa is a large barangay in the municipality of Murcia, located in the province of Negros Occidental, in the Negros Island Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Rosa had a population of 5,649. This made it the 4th largest of 23 barangays in Murcia by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santa Rosa accounted for approximately 6.27% of the total population of Murcia, which stood at 90,123 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Santa Rosa moved from 5,497 residents to 5,649, an intercensal change of +2.8%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Santa Rosa is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Murcia is a municipality comprising 23 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santa Rosa, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Occidental, which contains 662 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santa Rosa ranks 183rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Occidental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Santa Rosa 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 Murcia 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 Santa Rosa from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
5,042
—
—
2020 CPH
5,497
+455
+9.0%
2024 POPCEN
5,649
+152
+2.8%
2015–2020: +9.0% total (+1.74%/yr).2020–2024: +2.8% total (+0.68%/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 Murcia
4thof 23
Among the top quartile of Murcia by population.
Share of Murcia
6.3%
of the municipality's total 90,123 residents.
Rank in Negros Occidental
183rdof 662
Province-wide percentile: 73.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Murcia (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 Santa Rosa
Where is Barangay Santa Rosa located?▾
Barangay Santa Rosa is a barangay in the municipality of Murcia, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Rosa hall?▾
Barangay Santa Rosa is located in Murcia, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Rosa?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Rosa is Joel Lacerna Pabello (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santa Rosa?▾
You can contact Barangay Santa Rosa via phone at 034-4660272.
What municipality is Barangay Santa Rosa part of?▾
Barangay Santa Rosa is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Murcia, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Rosa urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Rosa 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 Murcia?▾
Murcia 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 Santa Rosa.
Has the population of Barangay Santa Rosa been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Rosa went from 5,497 residents to 5,649 — a change of +2.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Santa Rosa in?▾
Barangay Santa Rosa is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Occidental, and is one of 23 barangays administered by Murcia.
How many barangays are in Murcia?▾
Murcia has 23 barangays, including Barangay Santa Rosa. You can browse the full list on our Murcia page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Rosa have?▾
Barangay Santa Rosa had a population of 5,649 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Rosa?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Murcia is 6129. 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 Santa Rosa, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Rosa 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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