Barangay Karcum is a barangay in Nunungan, Lanao Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Nunungan. It had a population of 710 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Zenaida Ampuan Dampa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Karcum · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Karcum
Situated in Nunungan, Lanao Del Norte, Barangay Karcum is one of 25 barangays that make up the municipality within Northern Mindanao.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Karcum had a population of 710. This made it the 13th largest of 25 barangays in Nunungan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Karcum accounted for approximately 3.73% of the total population of Nunungan, which stood at 19,036 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 Karcum changed from 695 to 710, a shift of +2.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Nunungan. Barangay Karcum is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Nunungan is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Karcum, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Lanao Del Norte, which contains 506 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Karcum ranks 423rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Lanao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Karcum 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 Nunungan 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 Karcum from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,098
—
—
2020 CPH
695
-403
-36.7%
2024 POPCEN
710
+15
+2.2%
2015–2020: -36.7% total (-8.74%/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 Nunungan
13thof 25
Among the upper half of Nunungan by population.
Share of Nunungan
3.7%
of the municipality's total 19,036 residents.
Rank in Lanao Del Norte
423rdof 506
Province-wide percentile: 17.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Nunungan (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 Karcum
Where is Barangay Karcum located?▾
Barangay Karcum is a barangay in the municipality of Nunungan, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Karcum hall?▾
Barangay Karcum is located in Nunungan, Lanao Del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Karcum?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Karcum is Zenaida Ampuan Dampa (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Karcum?▾
You can contact Barangay Karcum via phone at 09070721334.
What municipality is Barangay Karcum part of?▾
Barangay Karcum is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Nunungan, Lanao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Karcum urban or rural?▾
Barangay Karcum 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 Nunungan?▾
Nunungan 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 Karcum.
Has the population of Barangay Karcum been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Karcum went from 695 residents to 710 — 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 Karcum in?▾
Barangay Karcum is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Lanao Del Norte, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Nunungan.
How many barangays are in Nunungan?▾
Nunungan has 25 barangays, including Barangay Karcum. You can browse the full list on our Nunungan page.
How many residents does Barangay Karcum have?▾
Barangay Karcum had a population of 710 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Karcum?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Nunungan is 9216. 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 Karcum, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Karcum was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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