Barangay Buhisan is a local government unit in San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,372 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Federico Plaza Betonio JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buhisan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Buhisan
Barangay Buhisan is a small barangay in the municipality of San Agustin, located in the province of Surigao Del Sur, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buhisan had a population of 1,372. This made it the 9th largest of 13 barangays in San Agustin by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buhisan accounted for approximately 5.81% of the total population of San Agustin, which stood at 23,612 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Buhisan moved from 1,625 residents to 1,372, an intercensal change of -15.6%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Buhisan is officially classified 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 Buhisan, 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 Buhisan ranks 166th by 2024 POPCEN 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 Buhisan 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 San Agustin 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 Buhisan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,290
—
—
2020 CPH
1,625
+335
+26.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,372
-253
-15.6%
2015–2020: +26.0% total (+4.73%/yr).2020–2024: -15.6% total (-4.14%/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 San Agustin
9thof 13
Among the lower half of San Agustin by population.
Share of San Agustin
5.8%
of the municipality's total 23,612 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Sur
166thof 309
Province-wide percentile: 47.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
San Agustin (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buhisan
Where is Barangay Buhisan located?▾
Barangay Buhisan is a barangay in the municipality of San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buhisan hall?▾
Barangay Buhisan 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 Buhisan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buhisan is Federico Plaza Betonio JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buhisan?▾
You can contact Barangay Buhisan via phone at 09484417394.
What municipality is Barangay Buhisan part of?▾
Barangay Buhisan is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buhisan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buhisan 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 San Agustin?▾
San Agustin 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 Buhisan.
Has the population of Barangay Buhisan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buhisan went from 1,625 residents to 1,372 — a change of -15.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Buhisan in?▾
Barangay Buhisan is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Sur, and is one of 13 barangays administered by San Agustin.
How many barangays are in San Agustin?▾
San Agustin has 13 barangays, including Barangay Buhisan. You can browse the full list on our San Agustin page.
How many residents does Barangay Buhisan have?▾
Barangay Buhisan had a population of 1,372 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buhisan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Agustin is 3314. 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 Buhisan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buhisan was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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