Located in Pinamungajan, Cebu, Barangay Sambagon is one of 26 barangays in the municipality of Pinamungajan. It had a population of 1,214 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Pableo Dianon Laraño(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sambagon · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Sambagon
Situated in Pinamungajan, Cebu, Barangay Sambagon is one of 26 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sambagon had a population of 1,214. This made it the 23rd largest of 26 barangays in Pinamungajan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sambagon accounted for approximately 1.59% of the total population of Pinamungajan, which stood at 76,568 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Sambagon changed from 1,376 to 1,214, a shift of -11.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Pinamungajan. Barangay Sambagon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pinamungajan is a municipality comprising 26 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sambagon, 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 Sambagon ranks 924th 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 Sambagon 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 Pinamungajan 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 Sambagon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,233
—
—
2020 CPH
1,376
+143
+11.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,214
-162
-11.8%
2015–2020: +11.6% total (+2.22%/yr).2020–2024: -11.8% total (-3.08%/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 Pinamungajan
23rdof 26
Among the smaller barangays of Pinamungajan by population.
Share of Pinamungajan
1.6%
of the municipality's total 76,568 residents.
Rank in Cebu
924thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 23.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Pinamungajan (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Sambagon
Where is Barangay Sambagon located?▾
Barangay Sambagon is a barangay in the municipality of Pinamungajan, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sambagon hall?▾
Barangay Sambagon is located in Pinamungajan, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sambagon?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Sambagon is Pableo Dianon Laraño (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sambagon?▾
You can contact Barangay Sambagon via phone at 09424889261.
What municipality is Barangay Sambagon part of?▾
Barangay Sambagon is one of 26 barangays in the municipality of Pinamungajan, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sambagon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sambagon 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 Pinamungajan?▾
Pinamungajan 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 Sambagon.
Has the population of Barangay Sambagon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sambagon went from 1,376 residents to 1,214 — a change of -11.8% 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 Sambagon in?▾
Barangay Sambagon 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 26 barangays administered by Pinamungajan.
How many barangays are in Pinamungajan?▾
Pinamungajan has 26 barangays, including Barangay Sambagon. You can browse the full list on our Pinamungajan page.
How many residents does Barangay Sambagon have?▾
Barangay Sambagon had a population of 1,214 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sambagon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pinamungajan is 6039. 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 Sambagon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sambagon 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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