Located in Ragay, Camarines Sur, Barangay Lohong is one of 38 barangays in the municipality of Ragay. It had a population of 922 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Reina Mercado Palma(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lohong · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-14.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Lohong from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,074
—
—
2020 CPH
956
-118
-11.0%
2024 POPCEN
922
-34
-3.6%
2015–2020: -11.0% total (-2.30%/yr).2020–2024: -3.6% total (-0.90%/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 Ragay
27thof 38
Among the lower half of Ragay by population.
Share of Ragay
1.6%
of the municipality's total 58,843 residents.
Rank in Camarines Sur
751stof 1,063
Province-wide percentile: 29.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Ragay (municipality) class
1st
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 Lohong
Barangay Lohong is a small barangay in the municipality of Ragay, located in the province of Camarines Sur, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lohong had a population of 922. This made it the 27th largest of 38 barangays in Ragay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lohong accounted for approximately 1.57% of the total population of Ragay, which stood at 58,843 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 956 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 922 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -3.6%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Lohong is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Ragay is a municipality of 38 barangays, of which Barangay Lohong is one. Within the wider province of Camarines Sur, which contains 1,063 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lohong ranks 751st by 2024 POPCEN population. Camarines Sur 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 Ragay 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 Lohong
Where is Barangay Lohong located?▾
Barangay Lohong is a barangay in the municipality of Ragay, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lohong hall?▾
Barangay Lohong is located in Ragay, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lohong?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Lohong is Reina Mercado Palma (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Lohong?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Lohong is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Ragay LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Lohong part of?▾
Barangay Lohong is one of 38 barangays in the municipality of Ragay, Camarines Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lohong urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lohong 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 Ragay?▾
Ragay is classified as a 1st 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 Lohong.
Has the population of Barangay Lohong been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lohong went from 956 residents to 922 — a change of -3.6% 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 Lohong in?▾
Barangay Lohong is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Camarines Sur, and is one of 38 barangays administered by Ragay.
How many barangays are in Ragay?▾
Ragay has 38 barangays, including Barangay Lohong. You can browse the full list on our Ragay page.
How many residents does Barangay Lohong have?▾
Barangay Lohong had a population of 922 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lohong?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Ragay is 4410. 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 Lohong, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lohong was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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