San Agustin · Surigao Del Sur
Barangay Buatong
Situated in the municipality of San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur, Barangay Buatong is one of the administrative divisions of Caraga. It had a population of 1,659 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 1,659
- Population (2015)
- 1,837
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- -9.7%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Buatong
Situated in San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur, Barangay Buatong is one of 13 barangays that make up the municipality within Caraga.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buatong had a population of 1,659. This made it the 7th largest of 13 barangays in San Agustin by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buatong accounted for approximately 7.26% of the total population of San Agustin, which stood at 22,855 in the same census year.
Census comparisons between 2015 and 2020 show Barangay Buatong moving from 1,837 residents to 1,659 residents, an intercensal change of -9.7%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Buatong as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Agustin is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buatong, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Sur, which contains 309 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buatong ranks 131st by 2020 population. Surigao Del Sur is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Buatong 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.
City / Municipality
San Agustin (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
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- 09380016885
- Punong Barangay
- Edna Samson Banog(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Melchorina Merino Pondoc
- Barangay Treasurer
- Jimlyn Campos Avila
- SK Chairperson
- Cherry Joy Gomez Corvera
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • Francisco Lamela Osorio
- • Jemie Otagan Merino
- • Joel Otagan Avila
- • Susana Potenciando Osorio
- • Mario Lamela Quezada JR.
- • Narciso Avila Pedrozo SR.
- • Roberto Fernandez Alicante
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buatong
Where is Barangay Buatong located?▾
Barangay Buatong is a barangay in the municipality of San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buatong hall?▾
Barangay Buatong is located in San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buatong?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buatong is Edna Samson Banog (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buatong?▾
You can contact Barangay Buatong via phone at 09380016885.
What municipality is Barangay Buatong part of?▾
Barangay Buatong is one of 13 barangays in San Agustin, a municipality in Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Buatong
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.