Located in San Miguel, Catanduanes, Barangay Obo is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of San Miguel. It had a population of 799 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dominador Bernal Romero(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Obo · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+12.9% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Obo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
708
—
—
2020 CPH
835
+127
+17.9%
2024 POPCEN
799
-36
-4.3%
2015–2020: +17.9% total (+3.35%/yr).2020–2024: -4.3% total (-1.10%/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 Miguel
7thof 24
Among the top quartile of San Miguel by population.
Share of San Miguel
5.5%
of the municipality's total 14,578 residents.
Rank in Catanduanes
118thof 315
Province-wide percentile: 63.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
San Miguel (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 Obo
Barangay Obo forms part of San Miguel, a municipality in Catanduanes, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Obo had a population of 799. This made it the 7th largest of 24 barangays in San Miguel by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Obo accounted for approximately 5.48% of the total population of San Miguel, which stood at 14,578 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Obo moved from 835 residents to 799, an intercensal change of -4.3%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Obo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Miguel is a municipality of 24 barangays, of which Barangay Obo is one. Within the wider province of Catanduanes, which contains 315 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Obo ranks 118th by 2024 POPCEN population. Catanduanes is classified as a 3rd 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 Miguel 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 Obo
Where is Barangay Obo located?▾
Barangay Obo is a barangay in the municipality of San Miguel, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Obo hall?▾
Barangay Obo is located in San Miguel, Catanduanes, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Obo?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Obo is Dominador Bernal Romero (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Obo?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Obo is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official San Miguel LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Obo part of?▾
Barangay Obo is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of San Miguel, Catanduanes, Philippines.
Is Barangay Obo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Obo 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 Miguel?▾
San Miguel 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 Obo.
Has the population of Barangay Obo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Obo went from 835 residents to 799 — a change of -4.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Obo in?▾
Barangay Obo is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Catanduanes, and is one of 24 barangays administered by San Miguel.
How many barangays are in San Miguel?▾
San Miguel has 24 barangays, including Barangay Obo. You can browse the full list on our San Miguel page.
How many residents does Barangay Obo have?▾
Barangay Obo had a population of 799 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Obo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Miguel is 4802. 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 Obo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Obo was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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