Situated in the municipality of San Vicente, Northern Samar, Barangay Sangputan is one of the administrative divisions of Eastern Visayas. It had a population of 800 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Elgin Catarongan Zosa(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sangputan · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-16.0% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Sangputan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
952
—
—
2020 CPH
731
-221
-23.2%
2024 POPCEN
800
+69
+9.4%
2015–2020: -23.2% total (-5.15%/yr).2020–2024: +9.4% total (+2.28%/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 Vicente
6thof 7
Among the lower half of San Vicente by population.
Share of San Vicente
10.9%
of the municipality's total 7,308 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
292ndof 569
Province-wide percentile: 49.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
San Vicente (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.
About Barangay Sangputan
Barangay Sangputan forms part of San Vicente, a municipality in Northern Samar, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sangputan had a population of 800. This made it the 6th largest of 7 barangays in San Vicente by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sangputan accounted for approximately 10.95% of the total population of San Vicente, which stood at 7,308 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 731 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 800 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +9.4%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Sangputan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Vicente is a municipality of 7 barangays, of which Barangay Sangputan is one. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sangputan ranks 292nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern Samar is classified as a 2nd 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 Vicente 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 Sangputan
Where is Barangay Sangputan located?▾
Barangay Sangputan is a barangay in the municipality of San Vicente, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sangputan hall?▾
Barangay Sangputan is located in San Vicente, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sangputan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Sangputan is Elgin Catarongan Zosa (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Sangputan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Sangputan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official San Vicente LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Sangputan part of?▾
Barangay Sangputan is one of 7 barangays in the municipality of San Vicente, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sangputan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sangputan 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 Vicente?▾
San Vicente 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 Sangputan.
Has the population of Barangay Sangputan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sangputan went from 731 residents to 800 — a change of +9.4% 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 Sangputan in?▾
Barangay Sangputan is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 7 barangays administered by San Vicente.
How many barangays are in San Vicente?▾
San Vicente has 7 barangays, including Barangay Sangputan. You can browse the full list on our San Vicente page.
How many residents does Barangay Sangputan have?▾
Barangay Sangputan had a population of 800 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sangputan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Vicente is 6419. 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 Sangputan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sangputan was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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