Situated in the municipality of Oslob, Cebu, Barangay Luka is one of the administrative divisions of Central Visayas. It had a population of 997 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Judimae Talledo Trapa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Luka · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Luka
Barangay Luka is a small barangay in the municipality of Oslob, located in the province of Cebu, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Luka had a population of 997. This made it the 15th largest of 21 barangays in Oslob by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Luka accounted for approximately 3.39% of the total population of Oslob, which stood at 29,378 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,210 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 997 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -17.6%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Luka is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Oslob is a municipality comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Luka, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Luka ranks 998th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu 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 Luka 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 Oslob 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 Luka from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,241
—
—
2020 CPH
1,210
-31
-2.5%
2024 POPCEN
997
-213
-17.6%
2015–2020: -2.5% total (-0.50%/yr).2020–2024: -17.6% total (-4.73%/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 Oslob
15thof 21
Among the lower half of Oslob by population.
Share of Oslob
3.4%
of the municipality's total 29,378 residents.
Rank in Cebu
998thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 17.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Oslob (municipality) class
4th
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 Luka
Where is Barangay Luka located?▾
Barangay Luka is a barangay in the municipality of Oslob, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Luka hall?▾
Barangay Luka is located in Oslob, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Luka?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Luka is Judimae Talledo Trapa (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Luka?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Luka is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Oslob LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Luka part of?▾
Barangay Luka is one of 21 barangays in the municipality of Oslob, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Luka urban or rural?▾
Barangay Luka 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 Oslob?▾
Oslob is classified as a 4th 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 Luka.
Has the population of Barangay Luka been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Luka went from 1,210 residents to 997 — a change of -17.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Luka in?▾
Barangay Luka is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 21 barangays administered by Oslob.
How many barangays are in Oslob?▾
Oslob has 21 barangays, including Barangay Luka. You can browse the full list on our Oslob page.
How many residents does Barangay Luka have?▾
Barangay Luka had a population of 997 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Luka?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Oslob is 6025. 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 Luka, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Luka 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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