Barangay Santa Cruz is a local government unit in Rosario, Agusan Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 10,359 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Rosario. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Felicidad Abulog Ocite(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Cruz · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Santa Cruz
Barangay Santa Cruz is a large barangay in the municipality of Rosario, located in the province of Agusan Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Cruz had a population of 10,359. This made it the 2nd largest of 11 barangays in Rosario by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santa Cruz accounted for approximately 20.23% of the total population of Rosario, which stood at 51,207 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 9,479 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 10,359 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Santa Cruz is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Rosario is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santa Cruz, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Agusan Del Sur, which contains 314 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santa Cruz ranks 7th by 2024 POPCEN population. Agusan Del Sur 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 Rosario 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 Santa Cruz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
8,659
—
—
2020 CPH
9,479
+820
+9.5%
2024 POPCEN
10,359
+880
+9.3%
2015–2020: +9.5% total (+1.83%/yr).2020–2024: +9.3% total (+2.24%/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 Rosario
2ndof 11
Among the top 10% of Rosario by population.
Share of Rosario
20.2%
of the municipality's total 51,207 residents.
Rank in Agusan Del Sur
7thof 314
Province-wide percentile: 98.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Rosario (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 Santa Cruz
Where is Barangay Santa Cruz located?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is a barangay in the municipality of Rosario, Agusan Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Cruz hall?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is located in Rosario, Agusan Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Cruz is Felicidad Abulog Ocite (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Santa Cruz is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Rosario LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Santa Cruz part of?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Rosario, Agusan Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Cruz urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Rosario?▾
Rosario 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 Santa Cruz.
Has the population of Barangay Santa Cruz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Cruz went from 9,479 residents to 10,359 — a change of +9.3% 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 Santa Cruz in?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Agusan Del Sur, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Rosario.
How many barangays are in Rosario?▾
Rosario has 11 barangays, including Barangay Santa Cruz. You can browse the full list on our Rosario page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Cruz have?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz had a population of 10,359 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Rosario is 8504. 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 Santa Cruz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Cruz 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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