Located in San Juan, La Union, Barangay Saracat is one of 41 barangays in the municipality of San Juan. It had a population of 612 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Mauro Corpuz Cabading(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Saracat · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Saracat
Situated in San Juan, La Union, Barangay Saracat is one of 41 barangays that make up the municipality within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Saracat had a population of 612. This made it the 30th largest of 41 barangays in San Juan by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Saracat accounted for approximately 1.48% of the total population of San Juan, which stood at 41,319 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 Saracat changed from 545 to 612, a shift of +12.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in San Juan. Barangay Saracat is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Juan is a municipality comprising 41 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Saracat, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of La Union, which contains 576 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Saracat ranks 502nd by 2024 POPCEN population. La Union 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 Saracat 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 Juan 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 Saracat from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
560
—
—
2020 CPH
545
-15
-2.7%
2024 POPCEN
612
+67
+12.3%
2015–2020: -2.7% total (-0.54%/yr).2020–2024: +12.3% total (+2.94%/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 Juan
30thof 41
Among the lower half of San Juan by population.
Share of San Juan
1.5%
of the municipality's total 41,319 residents.
Rank in La Union
502ndof 576
Province-wide percentile: 13.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
San Juan (municipality) class
2nd
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 Saracat
Where is Barangay Saracat located?▾
Barangay Saracat is a barangay in the municipality of San Juan, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Saracat hall?▾
Barangay Saracat is located in San Juan, La Union, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Saracat?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Saracat is Mauro Corpuz Cabading (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Saracat?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Saracat is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official San Juan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Saracat part of?▾
Barangay Saracat is one of 41 barangays in the municipality of San Juan, La Union, Philippines.
Is Barangay Saracat urban or rural?▾
Barangay Saracat 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 Juan?▾
San Juan is classified as a 2nd 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 Saracat.
Has the population of Barangay Saracat been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Saracat went from 545 residents to 612 — a change of +12.3% 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 Saracat in?▾
Barangay Saracat is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of La Union, and is one of 41 barangays administered by San Juan.
How many barangays are in San Juan?▾
San Juan has 41 barangays, including Barangay Saracat. You can browse the full list on our San Juan page.
How many residents does Barangay Saracat have?▾
Barangay Saracat had a population of 612 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Saracat?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Juan is 2514. 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 Saracat, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Saracat was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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