Barangay Tavora East is a local government unit in Pugo, La Union, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 751 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
James Mapalo Piamonte(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tavora East · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Tavora East
Barangay Tavora East is a small barangay in the municipality of Pugo, located in the province of La Union, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tavora East had a population of 751. This made it the 13th largest of 14 barangays in Pugo by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tavora East accounted for approximately 3.93% 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 Tavora East changed from 767 to 751, a shift of -2.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Pugo. Barangay Tavora East 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 Tavora East, 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 Tavora East ranks 454th 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.
Barangay Tavora East 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 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 Tavora East from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
752
—
—
2020 CPH
767
+15
+2.0%
2024 POPCEN
751
-16
-2.1%
2015–2020: +2.0% total (+0.40%/yr).2020–2024: -2.1% total (-0.53%/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
13thof 14
Among the smaller barangays of Pugo by population.
Share of Pugo
3.9%
of the municipality's total 19,107 residents.
Rank in La Union
454thof 576
Province-wide percentile: 21.
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 Tavora East
Where is Barangay Tavora East located?▾
Barangay Tavora East is a barangay in the municipality of Pugo, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tavora East hall?▾
Barangay Tavora East 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 Tavora East?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Tavora East is James Mapalo Piamonte (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Tavora East?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tavora East is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Pugo LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tavora East part of?▾
Barangay Tavora East is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Pugo, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tavora East urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tavora East 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 Tavora East.
Has the population of Barangay Tavora East been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tavora East went from 767 residents to 751 — a change of -2.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Tavora East in?▾
Barangay Tavora East 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 Tavora East. You can browse the full list on our Pugo page.
How many residents does Barangay Tavora East have?▾
Barangay Tavora East had a population of 751 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tavora East?▾
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 Tavora East, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tavora East 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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