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Punong Barangay
Mario Paring Pagalan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Esperanza · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Esperanza
Barangay Esperanza forms part of Pilar, a municipality in Cebu, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Esperanza had a population of 706. This made it the 10th largest of 13 barangays in Pilar by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Esperanza accounted for approximately 5.67% of the total population of Pilar, which stood at 12,454 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 855 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 706 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -17.4%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Esperanza is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pilar is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Esperanza, 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 Esperanza ranks 1105th 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.
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 Pilar 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 Esperanza from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
815
—
—
2020 CPH
855
+40
+4.9%
2024 POPCEN
706
-149
-17.4%
2015–2020: +4.9% total (+0.96%/yr).2020–2024: -17.4% total (-4.67%/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 Pilar
10thof 13
Among the lower half of Pilar by population.
Share of Pilar
5.7%
of the municipality's total 12,454 residents.
Rank in Cebu
1105thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 8.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Pilar (municipality) class
5th
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 Esperanza
Where is Barangay Esperanza located?▾
Barangay Esperanza is a barangay in the municipality of Pilar, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Esperanza hall?▾
Barangay Esperanza is located in Pilar, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Esperanza?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Esperanza is Mario Paring Pagalan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Esperanza?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Esperanza is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Pilar LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Esperanza part of?▾
Barangay Esperanza is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Pilar, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Esperanza urban or rural?▾
Barangay Esperanza 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 Pilar?▾
Pilar is classified as a 5th 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 Esperanza.
Has the population of Barangay Esperanza been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Esperanza went from 855 residents to 706 — a change of -17.4% 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 Esperanza in?▾
Barangay Esperanza 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 13 barangays administered by Pilar.
How many barangays are in Pilar?▾
Pilar has 13 barangays, including Barangay Esperanza. You can browse the full list on our Pilar page.
How many residents does Barangay Esperanza have?▾
Barangay Esperanza had a population of 706 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Esperanza?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pilar is 6048. 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 Esperanza, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Esperanza 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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