Barangay Caniugan is a local government unit in Santa Teresita, Cagayan, in the Cagayan Valley region of the Philippines. It had a population of 806 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
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Punong Barangay
Alejandro Callangan Mape jr(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Caniugan · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Caniugan
Barangay Caniugan forms part of Santa Teresita, a municipality in Cagayan, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Caniugan had a population of 806. This made it the 11th largest of 13 barangays in Santa Teresita by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Caniugan accounted for approximately 4.14% of the total population of Santa Teresita, which stood at 19,476 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 Caniugan changed from 754 to 806, a shift of +6.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Santa Teresita. Barangay Caniugan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santa Teresita is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Caniugan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Caniugan ranks 615th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Caniugan is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Santa Teresita 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 Caniugan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
741
—
—
2020 CPH
754
+13
+1.8%
2024 POPCEN
806
+52
+6.9%
2015–2020: +1.8% total (+0.35%/yr).2020–2024: +6.9% total (+1.68%/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 Teresita
11thof 13
Among the smaller barangays of Santa Teresita by population.
Share of Santa Teresita
4.1%
of the municipality's total 19,476 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
615thof 820
Province-wide percentile: 25.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Teresita (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Caniugan in Santa Teresita during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Caniugan
Where is Barangay Caniugan located?▾
Barangay Caniugan is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Teresita, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Caniugan hall?▾
Barangay Caniugan is located in Santa Teresita, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Caniugan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Caniugan is Alejandro Callangan Mape jr (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Caniugan?▾
You can contact Barangay Caniugan via phone at 09511503228.
What municipality is Barangay Caniugan part of?▾
Barangay Caniugan is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Santa Teresita, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Caniugan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Caniugan 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 Teresita?▾
Santa Teresita 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 Caniugan.
Has the population of Barangay Caniugan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Caniugan went from 754 residents to 806 — a change of +6.9% 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 Caniugan in?▾
Barangay Caniugan is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Santa Teresita.
How many barangays are in Santa Teresita?▾
Santa Teresita has 13 barangays, including Barangay Caniugan. You can browse the full list on our Santa Teresita page.
How many residents does Barangay Caniugan have?▾
Barangay Caniugan had a population of 806 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Caniugan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Teresita is 3512. 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 Caniugan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Caniugan was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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