Barangay Bulbulala is a barangay in Santiago, Ilocos Sur, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Santiago. It had a population of 569 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Elvera Ayuban Ellorin(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bulbulala · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Bulbulala
Situated in Santiago, Ilocos Sur, Barangay Bulbulala is one of 24 barangays that make up the municipality within Ilocos Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bulbulala had a population of 569. This made it the 15th largest of 24 barangays in Santiago by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bulbulala accounted for approximately 2.88% of the total population of Santiago, which stood at 19,771 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 610 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 569 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -6.7%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Bulbulala is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santiago is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bulbulala, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Sur, which contains 768 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bulbulala ranks 532nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Sur 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 Santiago 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 Bulbulala from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
548
—
—
2020 CPH
610
+62
+11.3%
2024 POPCEN
569
-41
-6.7%
2015–2020: +11.3% total (+2.17%/yr).2020–2024: -6.7% total (-1.72%/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 Santiago
15thof 24
Among the lower half of Santiago by population.
Share of Santiago
2.9%
of the municipality's total 19,771 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Sur
532ndof 768
Province-wide percentile: 31.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Santiago (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 Bulbulala
Where is Barangay Bulbulala located?▾
Barangay Bulbulala is a barangay in the municipality of Santiago, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bulbulala hall?▾
Barangay Bulbulala is located in Santiago, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulbulala?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bulbulala is Elvera Ayuban Ellorin (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bulbulala?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Bulbulala is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Santiago LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Bulbulala part of?▾
Barangay Bulbulala is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Santiago, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bulbulala urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bulbulala 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 Santiago?▾
Santiago 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 Bulbulala.
Has the population of Barangay Bulbulala been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bulbulala went from 610 residents to 569 — a change of -6.7% 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 Bulbulala in?▾
Barangay Bulbulala is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Sur, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Santiago.
How many barangays are in Santiago?▾
Santiago has 24 barangays, including Barangay Bulbulala. You can browse the full list on our Santiago page.
How many residents does Barangay Bulbulala have?▾
Barangay Bulbulala had a population of 569 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bulbulala?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santiago is 2707. 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 Bulbulala, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bulbulala was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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