Located in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro, Barangay Central is one of 39 barangays in the municipality of San Jose. It had a population of 12,287 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for San Jose. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Orlando Tolentino Lasuaro(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Central · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Central
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Central is one of the administrative divisions of San Jose in Occidental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Central had a population of 12,287. This made it the 2nd largest of 39 barangays in San Jose by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Central accounted for approximately 8.56% of the total population of San Jose, which stood at 143,495 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Central changed from 12,178 to 12,287, a shift of +0.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in San Jose. Barangay Central is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
San Jose is a municipality comprising 39 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Central, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Occidental Mindoro, which contains 164 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Central ranks 2nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Occidental Mindoro is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Central 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 Jose 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 Central from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
10,901
—
—
2020 CPH
12,178
+1,277
+11.7%
2024 POPCEN
12,287
+109
+0.9%
2015–2020: +11.7% total (+2.24%/yr).2020–2024: +0.9% total (+0.22%/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 Jose
2ndof 39
Among the top 10% of San Jose by population.
Share of San Jose
8.6%
of the municipality's total 143,495 residents.
Rank in Occidental Mindoro
2ndof 164
Province-wide percentile: 99.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
San Jose (municipality) class
1st
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 Central
Where is Barangay Central located?▾
Barangay Central is a barangay in the municipality of San Jose, Occidental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Central hall?▾
Barangay Central is located in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Central?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Central is Orlando Tolentino Lasuaro (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Central?▾
You can contact Barangay Central via phone at 09182714016.
What municipality is Barangay Central part of?▾
Barangay Central is one of 39 barangays in the municipality of San Jose, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines.
Is Barangay Central urban or rural?▾
Barangay Central is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of San Jose?▾
San Jose is classified as a 1st 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 Central.
Has the population of Barangay Central been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Central went from 12,178 residents to 12,287 — a change of +0.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Central in?▾
Barangay Central is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Occidental Mindoro, and is one of 39 barangays administered by San Jose.
How many barangays are in San Jose?▾
San Jose has 39 barangays, including Barangay Central. You can browse the full list on our San Jose page.
How many residents does Barangay Central have?▾
Barangay Central had a population of 12,287 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Central?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Jose is 5100. 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 Central, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Central 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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