Located in Norala, South Cotabato, Barangay Lapuz is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Norala. It had a population of 3,247 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Noel Catalan Estraza(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lapuz · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Lapuz
Situated in Norala, South Cotabato, Barangay Lapuz is one of 14 barangays that make up the municipality within SOCCSKSARGEN.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lapuz had a population of 3,247. This made it the 3rd largest of 14 barangays in Norala by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lapuz accounted for approximately 6.69% of the total population of Norala, which stood at 48,499 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Lapuz moved from 3,163 residents to 3,247, an intercensal change of +2.7%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Lapuz is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Norala is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lapuz, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of South Cotabato, which contains 225 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lapuz ranks 143rd by 2024 POPCEN population. South Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Lapuz is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Norala 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 Lapuz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,141
—
—
2020 CPH
3,163
+22
+0.7%
2024 POPCEN
3,247
+84
+2.7%
2015–2020: +0.7% total (+0.14%/yr).2020–2024: +2.7% total (+0.66%/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 Norala
3rdof 14
Among the top quartile of Norala by population.
Share of Norala
6.7%
of the municipality's total 48,499 residents.
Rank in South Cotabato
143rdof 225
Province-wide percentile: 37.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Norala (municipality) class
3rd
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 Lapuz
Where is Barangay Lapuz located?▾
Barangay Lapuz is a barangay in the municipality of Norala, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lapuz hall?▾
Barangay Lapuz is located in Norala, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lapuz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lapuz is Noel Catalan Estraza (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lapuz?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lapuz is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Norala LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lapuz part of?▾
Barangay Lapuz is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Norala, South Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lapuz urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lapuz 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 Norala?▾
Norala is classified as a 3rd 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 Lapuz.
Has the population of Barangay Lapuz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lapuz went from 3,163 residents to 3,247 — a change of +2.7% 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 Lapuz in?▾
Barangay Lapuz is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of South Cotabato, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Norala.
How many barangays are in Norala?▾
Norala has 14 barangays, including Barangay Lapuz. You can browse the full list on our Norala page.
How many residents does Barangay Lapuz have?▾
Barangay Lapuz had a population of 3,247 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lapuz?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Norala is 9508. 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 Lapuz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lapuz 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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