Barangay Camahual is a local government unit in Sarangani, Davao Occidental, in the Davao Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,195 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Esperidion Salcor Guardados(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Camahual · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Camahual
Situated in Sarangani, Davao Occidental, Barangay Camahual is one of 12 barangays that make up the municipality within Davao Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Camahual had a population of 1,195. This made it the 9th largest of 12 barangays in Sarangani by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Camahual accounted for approximately 5.42% of the total population of Sarangani, which stood at 22,041 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 Camahual changed from 1,205 to 1,195, a shift of -0.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Sarangani. Barangay Camahual is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sarangani is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Camahual, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Davao Occidental, which contains 105 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Camahual ranks 97th by 2024 POPCEN population. Davao Occidental is classified as a 4th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Camahual 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 Sarangani 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 Camahual from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,262
—
—
2020 CPH
1,205
-57
-4.5%
2024 POPCEN
1,195
-10
-0.8%
2015–2020: -4.5% total (-0.92%/yr).2020–2024: -0.8% total (-0.21%/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 Sarangani
9thof 12
Among the lower half of Sarangani by population.
Share of Sarangani
5.4%
of the municipality's total 22,041 residents.
Rank in Davao Occidental
97thof 105
Province-wide percentile: 9.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Sarangani (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 Camahual
Where is Barangay Camahual located?▾
Barangay Camahual is a barangay in the municipality of Sarangani, Davao Occidental, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Camahual hall?▾
Barangay Camahual is located in Sarangani, Davao Occidental, Davao Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Camahual?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Camahual is Esperidion Salcor Guardados (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Camahual?▾
You can contact Barangay Camahual via phone at 09352450077.
What municipality is Barangay Camahual part of?▾
Barangay Camahual is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Sarangani, Davao Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Camahual urban or rural?▾
Barangay Camahual 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 Sarangani?▾
Sarangani 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 Camahual.
Has the population of Barangay Camahual been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Camahual went from 1,205 residents to 1,195 — a change of -0.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Camahual in?▾
Barangay Camahual is part of the Davao Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Davao Region, the barangay falls under the province of Davao Occidental, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Sarangani.
How many barangays are in Sarangani?▾
Sarangani has 12 barangays, including Barangay Camahual. You can browse the full list on our Sarangani page.
How many residents does Barangay Camahual have?▾
Barangay Camahual had a population of 1,195 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Camahual?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sarangani is 8015. 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 Camahual, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Camahual 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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