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Punong Barangay
Loilto Boniao Perez JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Upper Poblacion · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Upper Poblacion
Barangay Upper Poblacion is a small barangay in the municipality of Pilar, 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 Upper Poblacion had a population of 923. This made it the 6th largest of 13 barangays in Pilar by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Upper Poblacion accounted for approximately 7.41% 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 925 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 923 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.2%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Upper Poblacion 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 Upper Poblacion, 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 Upper Poblacion ranks 1023rd 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 Upper Poblacion from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
865
—
—
2020 CPH
925
+60
+6.9%
2024 POPCEN
923
-2
-0.2%
2015–2020: +6.9% total (+1.35%/yr).2020–2024: -0.2% total (-0.05%/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
6thof 13
Among the upper half of Pilar by population.
Share of Pilar
7.4%
of the municipality's total 12,454 residents.
Rank in Cebu
1023rdof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 15.
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 Upper Poblacion
Where is Barangay Upper Poblacion located?▾
Barangay Upper Poblacion is a barangay in the municipality of Pilar, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Upper Poblacion hall?▾
Barangay Upper Poblacion 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 Upper Poblacion?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Upper Poblacion is Loilto Boniao Perez JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Upper Poblacion?▾
You can contact Barangay Upper Poblacion via phone at 09465682566.
What municipality is Barangay Upper Poblacion part of?▾
Barangay Upper Poblacion is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Pilar, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Upper Poblacion urban or rural?▾
Barangay Upper Poblacion 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 Upper Poblacion.
Has the population of Barangay Upper Poblacion been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Upper Poblacion went from 925 residents to 923 — a change of -0.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Upper Poblacion in?▾
Barangay Upper Poblacion 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 Upper Poblacion. You can browse the full list on our Pilar page.
How many residents does Barangay Upper Poblacion have?▾
Barangay Upper Poblacion had a population of 923 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Upper Poblacion?▾
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 Upper Poblacion, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Upper Poblacion was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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