Situated in the municipality of San Jacinto, Masbate, Barangay Bartolabac is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 980 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dizon Espares Amor JR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bartolabac · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Bartolabac
Barangay Bartolabac forms part of San Jacinto, a municipality in Masbate, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bartolabac had a population of 980. This made it the 11th largest of 21 barangays in San Jacinto by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bartolabac accounted for approximately 3.33% of the total population of San Jacinto, which stood at 29,458 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,043 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 980 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -6.0%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Bartolabac is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Jacinto is a municipality comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bartolabac, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bartolabac ranks 377th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Bartolabac 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 San Jacinto 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 Bartolabac from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,246
—
—
2020 CPH
1,043
-203
-16.3%
2024 POPCEN
980
-63
-6.0%
2015–2020: -16.3% total (-3.49%/yr).2020–2024: -6.0% total (-1.55%/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 Jacinto
11thof 21
Among the upper half of San Jacinto by population.
Share of San Jacinto
3.3%
of the municipality's total 29,458 residents.
Rank in Masbate
377thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 32.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
San Jacinto (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 Bartolabac
Where is Barangay Bartolabac located?▾
Barangay Bartolabac is a barangay in the municipality of San Jacinto, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bartolabac hall?▾
Barangay Bartolabac is located in San Jacinto, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bartolabac?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bartolabac is Dizon Espares Amor JR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bartolabac?▾
You can contact Barangay Bartolabac via phone at 09368243412.
What municipality is Barangay Bartolabac part of?▾
Barangay Bartolabac is one of 21 barangays in the municipality of San Jacinto, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bartolabac urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bartolabac 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 Jacinto?▾
San Jacinto 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 Bartolabac.
Has the population of Barangay Bartolabac been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bartolabac went from 1,043 residents to 980 — a change of -6.0% 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 Bartolabac in?▾
Barangay Bartolabac is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 21 barangays administered by San Jacinto.
How many barangays are in San Jacinto?▾
San Jacinto has 21 barangays, including Barangay Bartolabac. You can browse the full list on our San Jacinto page.
How many residents does Barangay Bartolabac have?▾
Barangay Bartolabac had a population of 980 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bartolabac?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Jacinto is 5417. 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 Bartolabac, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bartolabac 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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