Located in Placer, Surigao Del Norte, Barangay Ellaperal is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Placer. It had a population of 1,375 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jeana S. Cusap(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ellaperal · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Ellaperal
Barangay Ellaperal is a small barangay in the municipality of Placer, located in the province of Surigao Del Norte, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ellaperal had a population of 1,375. This made it the 7th largest of 20 barangays in Placer by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ellaperal accounted for approximately 4.52% of the total population of Placer, which stood at 30,442 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,422 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,375 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -3.3%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Ellaperal is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Placer is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Ellaperal, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ellaperal ranks 128th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Ellaperal 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 Placer 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 Ellaperal from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,244
—
—
2020 CPH
1,422
+178
+14.3%
2024 POPCEN
1,375
-47
-3.3%
2015–2020: +14.3% total (+2.71%/yr).2020–2024: -3.3% total (-0.84%/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 Placer
7thof 20
Among the upper half of Placer by population.
Share of Placer
4.5%
of the municipality's total 30,442 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
128thof 335
Province-wide percentile: 62.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Placer (municipality) class
4th
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 Ellaperal
Where is Barangay Ellaperal located?▾
Barangay Ellaperal is a barangay in the municipality of Placer, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ellaperal hall?▾
Barangay Ellaperal is located in Placer, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Ellaperal?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Ellaperal is Jeana S. Cusap (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Ellaperal?▾
You can contact Barangay Ellaperal via phone at 09656590722.
What municipality is Barangay Ellaperal part of?▾
Barangay Ellaperal is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Placer, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ellaperal urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ellaperal 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 Placer?▾
Placer is classified as a 4th 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 Ellaperal.
Has the population of Barangay Ellaperal been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ellaperal went from 1,422 residents to 1,375 — a change of -3.3% 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 Ellaperal in?▾
Barangay Ellaperal is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Placer.
How many barangays are in Placer?▾
Placer has 20 barangays, including Barangay Ellaperal. You can browse the full list on our Placer page.
How many residents does Barangay Ellaperal have?▾
Barangay Ellaperal had a population of 1,375 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ellaperal?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Placer is 8405. 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 Ellaperal, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ellaperal 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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