Barangay Libas is a barangay in Placer, Masbate, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Placer. It had a population of 810 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Placer. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Algernon Valenzuela Francisco JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Libas · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Libas
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Libas is one of the administrative divisions of Placer in Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Libas had a population of 810. This made it the 30th largest of 35 barangays in Placer by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Libas accounted for approximately 1.43% of the total population of Placer, which stood at 56,658 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Libas moved from 813 residents to 810, an intercensal change of -0.4%. The trajectory indicates a broadly stable community. Barangay Libas 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 35 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Libas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Libas ranks 439th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate 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 Libas 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 Libas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
832
—
—
2020 CPH
813
-19
-2.3%
2024 POPCEN
810
-3
-0.4%
2015–2020: -2.3% total (-0.46%/yr).2020–2024: -0.4% total (-0.09%/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
30thof 35
Among the smaller barangays of Placer by population.
Share of Placer
1.4%
of the municipality's total 56,658 residents.
Rank in Masbate
439thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 20.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Placer (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Libas in Placer during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Libas
Where is Barangay Libas located?▾
Barangay Libas is a barangay in the municipality of Placer, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Libas hall?▾
Barangay Libas is located in Placer, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Libas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Libas is Algernon Valenzuela Francisco JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Libas?▾
You can contact Barangay Libas via phone at 09484889575.
What municipality is Barangay Libas part of?▾
Barangay Libas is one of 35 barangays in the municipality of Placer, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Libas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Libas 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 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 Libas.
Has the population of Barangay Libas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Libas went from 813 residents to 810 — a change of -0.4% 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 Libas in?▾
Barangay Libas is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 35 barangays administered by Placer.
How many barangays are in Placer?▾
Placer has 35 barangays, including Barangay Libas. You can browse the full list on our Placer page.
How many residents does Barangay Libas have?▾
Barangay Libas had a population of 810 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Libas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Placer is 5408. 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 Libas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Libas 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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