Barangay Maricaban is a barangay in Santa Fe, Cebu, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Santa Fe. It had a population of 6,076 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Renato Escaner Saagundo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Maricaban · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Maricaban
Situated in Santa Fe, Cebu, Barangay Maricaban is one of 10 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Maricaban had a population of 6,076. This made it the 1st largest of 10 barangays in Santa Fe by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Maricaban accounted for approximately 17.44% of the total population of Santa Fe, which stood at 34,834 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Maricaban moved from 5,771 residents to 6,076, an intercensal change of +5.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Maricaban is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Santa Fe is a municipality comprising 10 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Maricaban, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Maricaban ranks 222nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Fe 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 Maricaban from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,286
—
—
2020 CPH
5,771
+2,485
+75.6%
2024 POPCEN
6,076
+305
+5.3%
2015–2020: +75.6% total (+11.92%/yr).2020–2024: +5.3% total (+1.30%/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 Fe
1stof 10
Among the top 10% of Santa Fe by population.
Share of Santa Fe
17.4%
of the municipality's total 34,834 residents.
Rank in Cebu
222ndof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 82.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Fe (municipality) class
4th
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 Maricaban
Where is Barangay Maricaban located?▾
Barangay Maricaban is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Fe, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Maricaban hall?▾
Barangay Maricaban is located in Santa Fe, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Maricaban?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Maricaban is Renato Escaner Saagundo (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Maricaban?▾
You can contact Barangay Maricaban via phone at 09634486986.
What municipality is Barangay Maricaban part of?▾
Barangay Maricaban is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of Santa Fe, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Maricaban urban or rural?▾
Barangay Maricaban is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Santa Fe?▾
Santa Fe is classified as a 4th 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 Maricaban.
Has the population of Barangay Maricaban been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Maricaban went from 5,771 residents to 6,076 — a change of +5.3% 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 Maricaban in?▾
Barangay Maricaban is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 10 barangays administered by Santa Fe.
How many barangays are in Santa Fe?▾
Santa Fe has 10 barangays, including Barangay Maricaban. You can browse the full list on our Santa Fe page.
How many residents does Barangay Maricaban have?▾
Barangay Maricaban had a population of 6,076 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Maricaban?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Fe is 6047. 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 Maricaban, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Maricaban was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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