Barangay Burak is a local government unit in Salcedo, Eastern Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,012 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Eduardo Pabilando Felicen(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Burak · Data updated 2026-05-27
About Barangay Burak
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Burak is one of the administrative divisions of Salcedo in Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Burak had a population of 1,012. This made it the 5th largest of 41 barangays in Salcedo by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Burak accounted for approximately 4.74% of the total population of Salcedo, which stood at 21,335 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 926 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,012 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.3%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Burak is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Salcedo is a municipality comprising 41 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Burak, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Eastern Samar, which contains 597 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Burak ranks 149th by 2024 POPCEN population. Eastern Samar is classified as a 2nd 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 Salcedo 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 Burak from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
964
—
—
2020 CPH
926
-38
-3.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,012
+86
+9.3%
2015–2020: -3.9% total (-0.80%/yr).2020–2024: +9.3% total (+2.25%/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 Salcedo
5thof 41
Among the top 10% of Salcedo by population.
Share of Salcedo
4.7%
of the municipality's total 21,335 residents.
Rank in Eastern Samar
149thof 597
Province-wide percentile: 75.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Salcedo (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Burak in Salcedo during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Burak
Where is Barangay Burak located?▾
Barangay Burak is a barangay in the municipality of Salcedo, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Burak hall?▾
Barangay Burak is located in Salcedo, Eastern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Burak?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Burak is Eduardo Pabilando Felicen (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Burak?▾
You can contact Barangay Burak via phone at 09279500061.
What municipality is Barangay Burak part of?▾
Barangay Burak is one of 41 barangays in the municipality of Salcedo, Eastern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Burak urban or rural?▾
Barangay Burak 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 Salcedo?▾
Salcedo 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 Burak.
Has the population of Barangay Burak been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Burak went from 926 residents to 1,012 — 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 Burak in?▾
Barangay Burak is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Eastern Samar, and is one of 41 barangays administered by Salcedo.
How many barangays are in Salcedo?▾
Salcedo has 41 barangays, including Barangay Burak. You can browse the full list on our Salcedo page.
How many residents does Barangay Burak have?▾
Barangay Burak had a population of 1,012 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Burak?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Salcedo is 6807. 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 Burak, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Burak was last updated on 2026-05-27. 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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