Situated in the municipality of Sibulan, Negros Oriental, Barangay Balugo is one of the administrative divisions of Negros Island Region. It had a population of 2,609 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Dionela Abo Gutual(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balugo · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Balugo
Barangay Balugo is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Sibulan, located in the province of Negros Oriental, in the Negros Island Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balugo had a population of 2,609. This made it the 11th largest of 15 barangays in Sibulan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balugo accounted for approximately 3.78% of the total population of Sibulan, which stood at 69,092 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Balugo moved from 2,473 residents to 2,609, an intercensal change of +5.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Balugo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sibulan is a municipality comprising 15 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balugo, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Negros Oriental, which contains 557 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balugo ranks 200th by 2024 POPCEN population. Negros Oriental 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 Balugo 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 Sibulan 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 Balugo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,239
—
—
2020 CPH
2,473
+234
+10.5%
2024 POPCEN
2,609
+136
+5.5%
2015–2020: +10.5% total (+2.01%/yr).2020–2024: +5.5% total (+1.35%/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 Sibulan
11thof 15
Among the lower half of Sibulan by population.
Share of Sibulan
3.8%
of the municipality's total 69,092 residents.
Rank in Negros Oriental
200thof 557
Province-wide percentile: 64.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Sibulan (municipality) class
2nd
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 Balugo
Where is Barangay Balugo located?▾
Barangay Balugo is a barangay in the municipality of Sibulan, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balugo hall?▾
Barangay Balugo is located in Sibulan, Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balugo?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balugo is Dionela Abo Gutual (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balugo?▾
You can contact Barangay Balugo via phone at 09568764160.
What municipality is Barangay Balugo part of?▾
Barangay Balugo is one of 15 barangays in the municipality of Sibulan, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balugo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balugo 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 Sibulan?▾
Sibulan is classified as a 2nd 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 Balugo.
Has the population of Barangay Balugo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balugo went from 2,473 residents to 2,609 — a change of +5.5% 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 Balugo in?▾
Barangay Balugo is part of the Negros Island Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Negros Island Region, the barangay falls under the province of Negros Oriental, and is one of 15 barangays administered by Sibulan.
How many barangays are in Sibulan?▾
Sibulan has 15 barangays, including Barangay Balugo. You can browse the full list on our Sibulan page.
How many residents does Barangay Balugo have?▾
Barangay Balugo had a population of 2,609 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balugo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sibulan is 6201. 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 Balugo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balugo was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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