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Punong Barangay
Mario Jumao-as Catingub(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Alegria · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Alegria
Barangay Alegria is a small barangay in Ormoc City, located in the province of Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Alegria had a population of 1,557. This made it the 56th largest of 110 barangays in Ormoc City by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Alegria accounted for approximately 0.65% of the total population of Ormoc City, which stood at 238,545 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Alegria moved from 977 residents to 1,557, an intercensal change of +59.4%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Alegria is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Ormoc City is a city comprising 110 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Alegria, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Alegria ranks 389th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte 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 Ormoc City 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 Alegria from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,426
—
—
2020 CPH
977
-449
-31.5%
2024 POPCEN
1,557
+580
+59.4%
2015–2020: -31.5% total (-7.28%/yr).2020–2024: +59.4% total (+12.36%/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 Ormoc City
56thof 110
Among the upper half of Ormoc City by population.
Share of Ormoc City
0.65%
of the city's total 238,545 residents.
Rank in Leyte
389thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 76.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Ormoc City (city) class
1st
Parent city 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 Alegria
Where is Barangay Alegria located?▾
Barangay Alegria is a barangay in Ormoc City, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Alegria hall?▾
Barangay Alegria is located in Ormoc City, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Alegria?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Alegria is Mario Jumao-as Catingub (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Alegria?▾
You can contact Barangay Alegria via phone at 0533009358.
What city is Barangay Alegria part of?▾
Barangay Alegria is one of 110 barangays in Ormoc City, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Alegria urban or rural?▾
Barangay Alegria 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 city.
What is the income classification of Ormoc City?▾
Ormoc City is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the city'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 Alegria.
Has the population of Barangay Alegria been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Alegria went from 977 residents to 1,557 — a change of +59.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Alegria in?▾
Barangay Alegria is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 110 barangays administered by Ormoc City.
How many barangays are in Ormoc City?▾
Ormoc City has 110 barangays, including Barangay Alegria. You can browse the full list on our Ormoc City page.
How many residents does Barangay Alegria have?▾
Barangay Alegria had a population of 1,557 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Alegria?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Ormoc City is 6541. 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 Alegria, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Alegria 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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