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Punong Barangay
Dennis T. De Veyra(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.)
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) is a small barangay in the municipality of Palo, 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 Santa Cruz (Pob.) had a population of 1,046. This made it the 30th largest of 33 barangays in Palo by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) accounted for approximately 1.30% of the total population of Palo, which stood at 80,291 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) moved from 1,013 residents to 1,046, an intercensal change of +3.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Palo is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.), 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 Santa Cruz (Pob.) ranks 662nd 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.
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) 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 Palo 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 Santa Cruz (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,435
—
—
2020 CPH
1,013
-422
-29.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,046
+33
+3.3%
2015–2020: -29.4% total (-6.73%/yr).2020–2024: +3.3% total (+0.80%/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 Palo
30thof 33
Among the smaller barangays of Palo by population.
Share of Palo
1.3%
of the municipality's total 80,291 residents.
Rank in Leyte
662ndof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 60.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Palo (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.
What you can request at Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.)
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) in Palo during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.)
Where is Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of Palo, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) is located in Palo, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) is Dennis T. De Veyra (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.)?▾
You can contact Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) via phone at 09303146708.
What municipality is Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Palo, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) 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 Palo?▾
Palo 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 Santa Cruz (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) went from 1,013 residents to 1,046 — a change of +3.3% 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 Santa Cruz (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) 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 33 barangays administered by Palo.
How many barangays are in Palo?▾
Palo has 33 barangays, including Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our Palo page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) had a population of 1,046 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Palo is 6501. 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 Santa Cruz (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Cruz (Pob.) 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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