Situated in the municipality of Pugo, La Union, Barangay Cares is one of the administrative divisions of Ilocos Region. It had a population of 2,482 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Marcela Daoa Orille(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cares · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Cares
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Cares is one of the administrative divisions of Pugo in La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cares had a population of 2,482. This made it the 1st largest of 14 barangays in Pugo by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cares accounted for approximately 12.99% of the total population of Pugo, which stood at 19,107 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Cares changed from 2,708 to 2,482, a shift of -8.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Pugo. Barangay Cares is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pugo is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cares, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of La Union, which contains 576 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cares ranks 68th by 2024 POPCEN population. La Union is classified as a 1st 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 Pugo 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 Cares from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,671
—
—
2020 CPH
2,708
+37
+1.4%
2024 POPCEN
2,482
-226
-8.3%
2015–2020: +1.4% total (+0.28%/yr).2020–2024: -8.3% total (-2.16%/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 Pugo
1stof 14
Among the top 10% of Pugo by population.
Share of Pugo
13.0%
of the municipality's total 19,107 residents.
Rank in La Union
68thof 576
Province-wide percentile: 88.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Pugo (municipality) class
5th
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 Cares
Where is Barangay Cares located?▾
Barangay Cares is a barangay in the municipality of Pugo, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cares hall?▾
Barangay Cares is located in Pugo, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cares?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cares is Marcela Daoa Orille (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cares?▾
You can contact Barangay Cares via phone at 09477635405.
What municipality is Barangay Cares part of?▾
Barangay Cares is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Pugo, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cares urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cares 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 Pugo?▾
Pugo is classified as a 5th 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 Cares.
Has the population of Barangay Cares been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cares went from 2,708 residents to 2,482 — a change of -8.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Cares in?▾
Barangay Cares is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of La Union, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Pugo.
How many barangays are in Pugo?▾
Pugo has 14 barangays, including Barangay Cares. You can browse the full list on our Pugo page.
How many residents does Barangay Cares have?▾
Barangay Cares had a population of 2,482 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cares?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pugo is 2508. 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 Cares, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cares 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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