Situated in the municipality of Rapu-Rapu, Albay, Barangay Linao is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 425 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Joemer Bueno Cantor(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Linao · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Linao
Barangay Linao is a very small barangay in the municipality of Rapu-Rapu, located in the province of Albay, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Linao had a population of 425. This made it the 31st largest of 34 barangays in Rapu-Rapu by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Linao accounted for approximately 1.17% of the total population of Rapu-Rapu, which stood at 36,281 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 Linao changed from 427 to 425, a shift of -0.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Rapu-Rapu. Barangay Linao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Rapu-Rapu is a municipality comprising 34 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Linao, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Albay, which contains 720 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Linao ranks 676th by 2024 POPCEN population. Albay is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Linao 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 Rapu-Rapu 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 Linao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
484
—
—
2020 CPH
427
-57
-11.8%
2024 POPCEN
425
-2
-0.5%
2015–2020: -11.8% total (-2.47%/yr).2020–2024: -0.5% total (-0.12%/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 Rapu-Rapu
31stof 34
Among the smaller barangays of Rapu-Rapu by population.
Share of Rapu-Rapu
1.2%
of the municipality's total 36,281 residents.
Rank in Albay
676thof 720
Province-wide percentile: 6.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Rapu-Rapu (municipality) class
3rd
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 Linao
Where is Barangay Linao located?▾
Barangay Linao is a barangay in the municipality of Rapu-Rapu, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Linao hall?▾
Barangay Linao is located in Rapu-Rapu, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Linao?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Linao is Joemer Bueno Cantor (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Linao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Linao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Rapu-Rapu LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Linao part of?▾
Barangay Linao is one of 34 barangays in the municipality of Rapu-Rapu, Albay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Linao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Linao 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 Rapu-Rapu?▾
Rapu-Rapu is classified as a 3rd 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 Linao.
Has the population of Barangay Linao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Linao went from 427 residents to 425 — a change of -0.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Linao in?▾
Barangay Linao is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Albay, and is one of 34 barangays administered by Rapu-Rapu.
How many barangays are in Rapu-Rapu?▾
Rapu-Rapu has 34 barangays, including Barangay Linao. You can browse the full list on our Rapu-Rapu page.
How many residents does Barangay Linao have?▾
Barangay Linao had a population of 425 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Linao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Rapu-Rapu is 4517. 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 Linao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Linao 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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