Barangay Masalukot is a barangay in Santa Cruz, Marinduque, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Santa Cruz. It had a population of 626 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Teodoro Ricafranca Ramos(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Masalukot · Data updated 2026-07-03
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-9.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Masalukot from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
693
—
—
2020 CPH
647
-46
-6.6%
2024 POPCEN
626
-21
-3.2%
2015–2020: -6.6% total (-1.36%/yr).2020–2024: -3.2% total (-0.82%/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 Santa Cruz
38thof 55
Among the lower half of Santa Cruz by population.
Share of Santa Cruz
1.2%
of the municipality's total 51,594 residents.
Rank in Marinduque
146thof 218
Province-wide percentile: 33.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Cruz (municipality) class
1st
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 Masalukot
Situated in Santa Cruz, Marinduque, Barangay Masalukot is one of 55 barangays that make up the municipality within MIMAROPA Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Masalukot had a population of 626. This made it the 38th largest of 55 barangays in Santa Cruz by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Masalukot accounted for approximately 1.21% of the total population of Santa Cruz, which stood at 51,594 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Masalukot moved from 647 residents to 626, an intercensal change of -3.2%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Masalukot is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santa Cruz is a municipality of 55 barangays, of which Barangay Masalukot is one. Within the wider province of Marinduque, which contains 218 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Masalukot ranks 146th by 2024 POPCEN population. Marinduque is classified as a 4th 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 Santa Cruz 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 Masalukot
Where is Barangay Masalukot located?▾
Barangay Masalukot is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Marinduque, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Masalukot hall?▾
Barangay Masalukot is located in Santa Cruz, Marinduque, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Masalukot?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Masalukot is Teodoro Ricafranca Ramos (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Masalukot?▾
You can contact Barangay Masalukot via phone at 09534374058.
What municipality is Barangay Masalukot part of?▾
Barangay Masalukot is one of 55 barangays in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Marinduque, Philippines.
Is Barangay Masalukot urban or rural?▾
Barangay Masalukot 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 Santa Cruz?▾
Santa Cruz is classified as a 1st 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 Masalukot.
Has the population of Barangay Masalukot been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Masalukot went from 647 residents to 626 — a change of -3.2% 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 Masalukot in?▾
Barangay Masalukot is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Marinduque, and is one of 55 barangays administered by Santa Cruz.
How many barangays are in Santa Cruz?▾
Santa Cruz has 55 barangays, including Barangay Masalukot. You can browse the full list on our Santa Cruz page.
How many residents does Barangay Masalukot have?▾
Barangay Masalukot had a population of 626 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Masalukot?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Cruz is 8001. 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 Masalukot, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Masalukot was last updated on 2026-07-03. 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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