Barangay Bukal is a local government unit in Padre Garcia, Batangas, in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,776 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dionisio Linatoc Bathan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bukal · Data updated 2026-06-15
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+19.1% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Bukal from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,330
—
—
2020 CPH
2,846
+516
+22.1%
2024 POPCEN
2,776
-70
-2.5%
2015–2020: +22.1% total (+4.08%/yr).2020–2024: -2.5% total (-0.62%/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 Padre Garcia
11thof 18
Among the lower half of Padre Garcia by population.
Share of Padre Garcia
5.2%
of the municipality's total 53,526 residents.
Rank in Batangas
353rdof 1,078
Province-wide percentile: 67.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Padre Garcia (municipality) class
2nd
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.
About Barangay Bukal
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Bukal is one of the administrative divisions of Padre Garcia in Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bukal had a population of 2,776. This made it the 11th largest of 18 barangays in Padre Garcia by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bukal accounted for approximately 5.19% of the total population of Padre Garcia, which stood at 53,526 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bukal moved from 2,846 residents to 2,776, an intercensal change of -2.5%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Bukal is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Padre Garcia is a municipality of 18 barangays, of which Barangay Bukal is one. Within the wider province of Batangas, which contains 1,078 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bukal ranks 353rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Batangas is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Padre Garcia 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bukal
Where is Barangay Bukal located?▾
Barangay Bukal is a barangay in the municipality of Padre Garcia, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bukal hall?▾
Barangay Bukal is located in Padre Garcia, Batangas, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bukal?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Bukal is Dionisio Linatoc Bathan (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Bukal?▾
You can contact Barangay Bukal via phone at 0435158420.
What municipality is Barangay Bukal part of?▾
Barangay Bukal is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Padre Garcia, Batangas, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bukal urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bukal 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 Padre Garcia?▾
Padre Garcia is classified as a 2nd 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 Bukal.
Has the population of Barangay Bukal been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bukal went from 2,846 residents to 2,776 — a change of -2.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bukal in?▾
Barangay Bukal is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Batangas, and is one of 18 barangays administered by Padre Garcia.
How many barangays are in Padre Garcia?▾
Padre Garcia has 18 barangays, including Barangay Bukal. You can browse the full list on our Padre Garcia page.
How many residents does Barangay Bukal have?▾
Barangay Bukal had a population of 2,776 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bukal?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Padre Garcia is 4224. 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 Bukal, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bukal was last updated on 2026-06-15. 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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