Barangay Basak is a barangay in San Jose, Negros Oriental, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of San Jose. It had a population of 893 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Nelson Remata Resit(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Basak · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+8.0% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Basak from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
827
—
—
2020 CPH
870
+43
+5.2%
2024 POPCEN
893
+23
+2.6%
2015–2020: +5.2% total (+1.02%/yr).2020–2024: +2.6% total (+0.65%/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
11thof 14
Among the lower half of San Jose by population.
Share of San Jose
3.9%
of the municipality's total 22,870 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
485thof 557
Province-wide percentile: 13.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
San Jose (municipality) class
5th
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.
About Barangay Basak
Barangay Basak forms part of San Jose, a municipality in Negros Oriental, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Basak had a population of 893. This made it the 11th largest of 14 barangays in San Jose by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Basak accounted for approximately 3.90% of the total population of San Jose, which stood at 22,870 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Basak moved from 870 residents to 893, an intercensal change of +2.6%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Basak is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Jose is a municipality of 14 barangays, of which Barangay Basak is one. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Basak ranks 485th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Basak
Where is Barangay Basak located?▾
Barangay Basak is a barangay in the municipality of San Jose, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Basak hall?▾
Barangay Basak is located in San Jose, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Basak?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Basak is Nelson Remata Resit (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Basak?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Basak is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official San Jose LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Basak part of?▾
Barangay Basak is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of San Jose, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Basak urban or rural?▾
Barangay Basak 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 Jose?▾
San Jose is classified as a 5th 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 Basak.
Has the population of Barangay Basak been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Basak went from 870 residents to 893 — a change of +2.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Basak in?▾
Barangay Basak is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 14 barangays administered by San Jose.
How many barangays are in San Jose?▾
San Jose has 14 barangays, including Barangay Basak. You can browse the full list on our San Jose page.
How many residents does Barangay Basak have?▾
Barangay Basak had a population of 893 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Basak?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Jose is 6202. 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 Basak, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Basak was last updated on 2026-07-02. 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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