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Punong Barangay
Juan Cerdena Abarquez Jr.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Camanhagay · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay Camanhagay
Situated in San Sebastian, Samar, Barangay Camanhagay is one of 14 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Camanhagay had a population of 705. This made it the 6th largest of 14 barangays in San Sebastian by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Camanhagay accounted for approximately 7.74% of the total population of San Sebastian, which stood at 9,110 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 Camanhagay changed from 794 to 705, a shift of -11.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in San Sebastian. Barangay Camanhagay is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Sebastian is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Camanhagay, 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 Camanhagay ranks 382nd 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 Camanhagay 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 Sebastian 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 Camanhagay from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
685
—
—
2020 CPH
794
+109
+15.9%
2024 POPCEN
705
-89
-11.2%
2015–2020: +15.9% total (+3.00%/yr).2020–2024: -11.2% total (-2.93%/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 Sebastian
6thof 14
Among the upper half of San Sebastian by population.
Share of San Sebastian
7.7%
of the municipality's total 9,110 residents.
Rank in Samar
382ndof 951
Province-wide percentile: 60.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
San Sebastian (municipality) class
6th
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 Camanhagay
Where is Barangay Camanhagay located?▾
Barangay Camanhagay is a barangay in the municipality of San Sebastian, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Camanhagay hall?▾
Barangay Camanhagay is located in San Sebastian, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Camanhagay?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Camanhagay is Juan Cerdena Abarquez Jr. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Camanhagay?▾
You can contact Barangay Camanhagay via phone at 09368986713.
What municipality is Barangay Camanhagay part of?▾
Barangay Camanhagay is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of San Sebastian, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Camanhagay urban or rural?▾
Barangay Camanhagay 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 Sebastian?▾
San Sebastian is classified as a 6th 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 Camanhagay.
Has the population of Barangay Camanhagay been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Camanhagay went from 794 residents to 705 — a change of -11.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Camanhagay in?▾
Barangay Camanhagay 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 14 barangays administered by San Sebastian.
How many barangays are in San Sebastian?▾
San Sebastian has 14 barangays, including Barangay Camanhagay. You can browse the full list on our San Sebastian page.
How many residents does Barangay Camanhagay have?▾
Barangay Camanhagay had a population of 705 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Camanhagay?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Sebastian is 6714. 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 Camanhagay, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Camanhagay was last updated on 2026-05-29. 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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