Located in Placer, Masbate, Barangay Naboctot is one of 35 barangays in the municipality of Placer. It had a population of 1,413 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Florito Babata Avenido(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Naboctot · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+4.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Naboctot from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,349
—
—
2020 CPH
1,358
+9
+0.7%
2024 POPCEN
1,413
+55
+4.1%
2015–2020: +0.7% total (+0.13%/yr).2020–2024: +4.1% total (+1.00%/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
16thof 35
Among the upper half of Placer by population.
Share of Placer
2.5%
of the municipality's total 56,658 residents.
Rank in Masbate
252ndof 550
Province-wide percentile: 54.
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.
About Barangay Naboctot
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Naboctot 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 Naboctot had a population of 1,413. This made it the 16th largest of 35 barangays in Placer by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Naboctot accounted for approximately 2.49% 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 Naboctot moved from 1,358 residents to 1,413, an intercensal change of +4.1%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Naboctot 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 of 35 barangays, of which Barangay Naboctot is one. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Naboctot ranks 252nd 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Naboctot
Where is Barangay Naboctot located?▾
Barangay Naboctot is a barangay in the municipality of Placer, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Naboctot hall?▾
Barangay Naboctot 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 Naboctot?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Naboctot is Florito Babata Avenido (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Naboctot?▾
You can contact Barangay Naboctot via phone at 09465154322.
What municipality is Barangay Naboctot part of?▾
Barangay Naboctot is one of 35 barangays in the municipality of Placer, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Naboctot urban or rural?▾
Barangay Naboctot 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 Naboctot.
Has the population of Barangay Naboctot been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Naboctot went from 1,358 residents to 1,413 — a change of +4.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Naboctot in?▾
Barangay Naboctot 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 Naboctot. You can browse the full list on our Placer page.
How many residents does Barangay Naboctot have?▾
Barangay Naboctot had a population of 1,413 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Naboctot?▾
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 Naboctot, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Naboctot was last updated on 2026-07-02. 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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