Barangay Bago is a local government unit in Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental, in the Negros Island Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 3,950 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Situated in Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental, Barangay Bago is one of 7 barangays that make up the municipality within Negros Island Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bago had a population of 3,950. This made it the 3rd largest of 7 barangays in Salvador Benedicto by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bago accounted for approximately 13.99% of the total population of Salvador Benedicto, which stood at 28,231 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Bago moved from 3,778 residents to 3,950, an intercensal change of +4.6%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Bago is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Salvador Benedicto is a municipality comprising 7 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bago, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Occidental, which contains 662 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bago ranks 279th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Occidental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Bago 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 Salvador Benedicto 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 Bago from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,171
—
—
2020 CPH
3,778
+607
+19.1%
2024 POPCEN
3,950
+172
+4.6%
2015–2020: +19.1% total (+3.57%/yr).2020–2024: +4.6% total (+1.12%/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 Salvador Benedicto
3rdof 7
Among the upper half of Salvador Benedicto by population.
Share of Salvador Benedicto
14.0%
of the municipality's total 28,231 residents.
Rank in Negros Occidental
279thof 662
Province-wide percentile: 58.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Salvador Benedicto (municipality) class
4th
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 Bago in Salvador Benedicto during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bago
Where is Barangay Bago located?▾
Barangay Bago is a barangay in the municipality of Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bago hall?▾
Barangay Bago is located in Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bago?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bago is Victoriano Camingawan Gerado JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bago?▾
You can contact Barangay Bago via phone at 09386389120.
What municipality is Barangay Bago part of?▾
Barangay Bago is one of 7 barangays in the municipality of Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bago urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bago 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 Salvador Benedicto?▾
Salvador Benedicto is classified as a 4th 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 Bago.
Has the population of Barangay Bago been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bago went from 3,778 residents to 3,950 — a change of +4.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bago in?▾
Barangay Bago is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Occidental, and is one of 7 barangays administered by Salvador Benedicto.
How many barangays are in Salvador Benedicto?▾
Salvador Benedicto has 7 barangays, including Barangay Bago. You can browse the full list on our Salvador Benedicto page.
How many residents does Barangay Bago have?▾
Barangay Bago had a population of 3,950 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 Bago 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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