Situated in the municipality of Pio Duran, Albay, Barangay Caratagan is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 5,299 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Judith Bazar Gurat(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Caratagan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Caratagan
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Caratagan is one of the administrative divisions of Pio Duran in Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Caratagan had a population of 5,299. This made it the 1st largest of 33 barangays in Pio Duran by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Caratagan accounted for approximately 10.88% of the total population of Pio Duran, which stood at 48,713 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 5,548 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 5,299 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -4.5%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Caratagan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Pio Duran is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Caratagan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Albay, which contains 720 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Caratagan ranks 31st by 2024 POPCEN population. Albay 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 Pio Duran 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 Caratagan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,536
—
—
2020 CPH
5,548
+1,012
+22.3%
2024 POPCEN
5,299
-249
-4.5%
2015–2020: +22.3% total (+4.11%/yr).2020–2024: -4.5% total (-1.14%/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 Pio Duran
1stof 33
Among the top 10% of Pio Duran by population.
Share of Pio Duran
10.9%
of the municipality's total 48,713 residents.
Rank in Albay
31stof 720
Province-wide percentile: 96.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Pio Duran (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Caratagan
Where is Barangay Caratagan located?▾
Barangay Caratagan is a barangay in the municipality of Pio Duran, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Caratagan hall?▾
Barangay Caratagan is located in Pio Duran, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Caratagan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Caratagan is Judith Bazar Gurat (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Caratagan?▾
You can contact Barangay Caratagan via phone at 09457792033.
What municipality is Barangay Caratagan part of?▾
Barangay Caratagan is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Pio Duran, Albay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Caratagan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Caratagan is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Pio Duran?▾
Pio Duran 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 Caratagan.
Has the population of Barangay Caratagan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Caratagan went from 5,548 residents to 5,299 — a change of -4.5% 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 Caratagan in?▾
Barangay Caratagan is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Albay, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Pio Duran.
How many barangays are in Pio Duran?▾
Pio Duran has 33 barangays, including Barangay Caratagan. You can browse the full list on our Pio Duran page.
How many residents does Barangay Caratagan have?▾
Barangay Caratagan had a population of 5,299 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Caratagan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pio Duran is 4516. 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 Caratagan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Caratagan 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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