Barangay Buhangin is a local government unit in Naujan, Oriental Mindoro, in the MIMAROPA Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,167 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Bienvendo Gutierrez Antenor(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buhangin · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Buhangin
Barangay Buhangin forms part of Naujan, a municipality in Oriental Mindoro, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buhangin had a population of 1,167. This made it the 44th largest of 70 barangays in Naujan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buhangin accounted for approximately 1.07% of the total population of Naujan, which stood at 109,122 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,142 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,167 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.2%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Buhangin is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Naujan is a municipality comprising 70 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buhangin, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Oriental Mindoro, which contains 426 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buhangin ranks 316th by 2024 POPCEN population. Oriental Mindoro 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 Naujan 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 Buhangin from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,114
—
—
2020 CPH
1,142
+28
+2.5%
2024 POPCEN
1,167
+25
+2.2%
2015–2020: +2.5% total (+0.50%/yr).2020–2024: +2.2% total (+0.54%/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 Naujan
44thof 70
Among the lower half of Naujan by population.
Share of Naujan
1.1%
of the municipality's total 109,122 residents.
Rank in Oriental Mindoro
316thof 426
Province-wide percentile: 26.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Naujan (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 Buhangin in Naujan during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buhangin
Where is Barangay Buhangin located?▾
Barangay Buhangin is a barangay in the municipality of Naujan, Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buhangin hall?▾
Barangay Buhangin is located in Naujan, Oriental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buhangin?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buhangin is Bienvendo Gutierrez Antenor (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buhangin?▾
You can contact Barangay Buhangin via phone at 09091056588.
What municipality is Barangay Buhangin part of?▾
Barangay Buhangin is one of 70 barangays in the municipality of Naujan, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buhangin urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buhangin 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 Naujan?▾
Naujan 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 Buhangin.
Has the population of Barangay Buhangin been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buhangin went from 1,142 residents to 1,167 — a change of +2.2% 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 Buhangin in?▾
Barangay Buhangin is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Oriental Mindoro, and is one of 70 barangays administered by Naujan.
How many barangays are in Naujan?▾
Naujan has 70 barangays, including Barangay Buhangin. You can browse the full list on our Naujan page.
How many residents does Barangay Buhangin have?▾
Barangay Buhangin had a population of 1,167 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buhangin?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Naujan is 5204. 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 Buhangin, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buhangin 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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