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Punong Barangay
Sonia Go Dela Vega(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Papan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Papan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Papan is one of the administrative divisions of Sibonga in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Papan had a population of 1,002. This made it the 23rd largest of 25 barangays in Sibonga by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Papan accounted for approximately 1.83% of the total population of Sibonga, which stood at 54,610 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Papan moved from 917 residents to 1,002, an intercensal change of +9.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Papan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sibonga is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Papan, 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 Papan ranks 996th 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.
Barangay Papan is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Sibonga 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 Papan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
816
—
—
2020 CPH
917
+101
+12.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,002
+85
+9.3%
2015–2020: +12.4% total (+2.36%/yr).2020–2024: +9.3% total (+2.24%/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 Sibonga
23rdof 25
Among the smaller barangays of Sibonga by population.
Share of Sibonga
1.8%
of the municipality's total 54,610 residents.
Rank in Cebu
996thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 17.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Sibonga (municipality) class
3rd
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 Papan
Where is Barangay Papan located?▾
Barangay Papan is a barangay in the municipality of Sibonga, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Papan hall?▾
Barangay Papan is located in Sibonga, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Papan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Papan is Sonia Go Dela Vega (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Papan?▾
You can contact Barangay Papan via phone at 09606712242.
What municipality is Barangay Papan part of?▾
Barangay Papan is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Sibonga, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Papan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Papan 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 Sibonga?▾
Sibonga is classified as a 3rd 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 Papan.
Has the population of Barangay Papan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Papan went from 917 residents to 1,002 — a change of +9.3% 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 Papan in?▾
Barangay Papan 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 25 barangays administered by Sibonga.
How many barangays are in Sibonga?▾
Sibonga has 25 barangays, including Barangay Papan. You can browse the full list on our Sibonga page.
How many residents does Barangay Papan have?▾
Barangay Papan had a population of 1,002 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Papan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sibonga is 6020. 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 Papan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Papan 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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