Situated in the municipality of Placer, Masbate, Barangay Quibrada is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 361 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.
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Punong Barangay
Maricel Yordan Sericon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Quibrada · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Quibrada
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Quibrada 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 Quibrada had a population of 361. This made it the 35th largest of 35 barangays in Placer by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Quibrada accounted for approximately 0.64% of the total population of Placer, which stood at 56,658 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 308 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 361 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +17.2%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Quibrada 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 Quibrada, 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 Quibrada ranks 542nd 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.
Barangay Quibrada is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Quibrada from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
311
—
—
2020 CPH
308
-3
-1.0%
2024 POPCEN
361
+53
+17.2%
2015–2020: -1.0% total (-0.19%/yr).2020–2024: +17.2% total (+4.05%/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
35thof 35
Among the smaller barangays of Placer by population.
Share of Placer
0.64%
of the municipality's total 56,658 residents.
Rank in Masbate
542ndof 550
Province-wide percentile: 2.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Quibrada
Where is Barangay Quibrada located?▾
Barangay Quibrada is a barangay in the municipality of Placer, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Quibrada hall?▾
Barangay Quibrada 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 Quibrada?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Quibrada is Maricel Yordan Sericon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Quibrada?▾
You can contact Barangay Quibrada via phone at 09385419351.
What municipality is Barangay Quibrada part of?▾
Barangay Quibrada is one of 35 barangays in the municipality of Placer, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Quibrada urban or rural?▾
Barangay Quibrada 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 Quibrada.
Has the population of Barangay Quibrada been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Quibrada went from 308 residents to 361 — a change of +17.2% 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 Quibrada in?▾
Barangay Quibrada 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 Quibrada. You can browse the full list on our Placer page.
How many residents does Barangay Quibrada have?▾
Barangay Quibrada had a population of 361 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Quibrada?▾
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 Quibrada, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Quibrada 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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