Located in San Jorge, Samar, Barangay Buenavista II is one of 41 barangays in the municipality of San Jorge. It had a population of 520 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Fedelina Velasco Opiña(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buenavista II · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Buenavista II
Barangay Buenavista II forms part of San Jorge, a municipality in Samar, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buenavista II had a population of 520. This made it the 17th largest of 41 barangays in San Jorge by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buenavista II accounted for approximately 2.91% of the total population of San Jorge, which stood at 17,863 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 464 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 520 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +12.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Buenavista II is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Jorge is a municipality comprising 41 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buenavista II, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buenavista II ranks 523rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Buenavista II 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 Jorge 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 Buenavista II from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
434
—
—
2020 CPH
464
+30
+6.9%
2024 POPCEN
520
+56
+12.1%
2015–2020: +6.9% total (+1.35%/yr).2020–2024: +12.1% total (+2.89%/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 Jorge
17thof 41
Among the upper half of San Jorge by population.
Share of San Jorge
2.9%
of the municipality's total 17,863 residents.
Rank in Samar
523rdof 951
Province-wide percentile: 45.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
San Jorge (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 Buenavista II
Where is Barangay Buenavista II located?▾
Barangay Buenavista II is a barangay in the municipality of San Jorge, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buenavista II hall?▾
Barangay Buenavista II is located in San Jorge, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buenavista II?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buenavista II is Fedelina Velasco Opiña (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buenavista II?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Buenavista II is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official San Jorge LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Buenavista II part of?▾
Barangay Buenavista II is one of 41 barangays in the municipality of San Jorge, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buenavista II urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buenavista II 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 Jorge?▾
San Jorge 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 Buenavista II.
Has the population of Barangay Buenavista II been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buenavista II went from 464 residents to 520 — a change of +12.1% 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 Buenavista II in?▾
Barangay Buenavista II is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 41 barangays administered by San Jorge.
How many barangays are in San Jorge?▾
San Jorge has 41 barangays, including Barangay Buenavista II. You can browse the full list on our San Jorge page.
How many residents does Barangay Buenavista II have?▾
Barangay Buenavista II had a population of 520 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buenavista II?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Jorge is 6707. 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 Buenavista II, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buenavista II 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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