Barangay Surabay is a local government unit in Roseller Lim, Zamboanga Sibugay, in the Zamboanga Peninsula region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,885 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Surabay is one of the administrative divisions of Roseller Lim in Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Surabay had a population of 1,885. This made it the 8th largest of 26 barangays in Roseller Lim by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Surabay accounted for approximately 4.21% of the total population of Roseller Lim, which stood at 44,735 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,666 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,885 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +13.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Surabay is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Roseller Lim is a municipality comprising 26 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Surabay, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Sibugay, which contains 389 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Surabay ranks 113th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Sibugay is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Surabay is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Roseller Lim 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 Surabay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,592
—
—
2020 CPH
1,666
+74
+4.6%
2024 POPCEN
1,885
+219
+13.1%
2015–2020: +4.6% total (+0.91%/yr).2020–2024: +13.1% total (+3.14%/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 Roseller Lim
8thof 26
Among the upper half of Roseller Lim by population.
Share of Roseller Lim
4.2%
of the municipality's total 44,735 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Sibugay
113thof 389
Province-wide percentile: 71.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Roseller Lim (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 Surabay
Where is Barangay Surabay located?▾
Barangay Surabay is a barangay in the municipality of Roseller Lim, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Surabay hall?▾
Barangay Surabay is located in Roseller Lim, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Surabay?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Surabay is Reina Grace Piodena Vista (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Surabay?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Surabay is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Roseller Lim LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Surabay part of?▾
Barangay Surabay is one of 26 barangays in the municipality of Roseller Lim, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Surabay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Surabay 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 Roseller Lim?▾
Roseller Lim 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 Surabay.
Has the population of Barangay Surabay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Surabay went from 1,666 residents to 1,885 — a change of +13.1% 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 Surabay in?▾
Barangay Surabay is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, and is one of 26 barangays administered by Roseller Lim.
How many barangays are in Roseller Lim?▾
Roseller Lim has 26 barangays, including Barangay Surabay. You can browse the full list on our Roseller Lim page.
How many residents does Barangay Surabay have?▾
Barangay Surabay had a population of 1,885 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Surabay 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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