Barangay Magupange is a barangay in Placer, Surigao Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Placer. It had a population of 317 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ecclesiastes Turtur Dumanig(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Magupange · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Magupange
Situated in Placer, Surigao Del Norte, Barangay Magupange is one of 20 barangays that make up the municipality within Caraga.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Magupange had a population of 317. This made it the 20th largest of 20 barangays in Placer by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Magupange accounted for approximately 1.04% 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 297 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 317 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +6.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Magupange 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 Magupange, 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 Magupange ranks 322nd 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.
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 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 Magupange from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
292
—
—
2020 CPH
297
+5
+1.7%
2024 POPCEN
317
+20
+6.7%
2015–2020: +1.7% total (+0.34%/yr).2020–2024: +6.7% total (+1.64%/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
20thof 20
Among the smaller barangays of Placer by population.
Share of Placer
1.0%
of the municipality's total 30,442 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
322ndof 335
Province-wide percentile: 4.
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Magupange in Placer during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Magupange
Where is Barangay Magupange located?▾
Barangay Magupange is a barangay in the municipality of Placer, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Magupange hall?▾
Barangay Magupange 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 Magupange?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Magupange is Ecclesiastes Turtur Dumanig (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Magupange?▾
You can contact Barangay Magupange via phone at 09151784634.
What municipality is Barangay Magupange part of?▾
Barangay Magupange is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Placer, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Magupange urban or rural?▾
Barangay Magupange 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 Magupange.
Has the population of Barangay Magupange been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Magupange went from 297 residents to 317 — a change of +6.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Magupange in?▾
Barangay Magupange 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 Magupange. You can browse the full list on our Placer page.
How many residents does Barangay Magupange have?▾
Barangay Magupange had a population of 317 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Magupange?▾
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 Magupange, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Magupange 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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