Situated in the municipality of Sibunag, Guimaras, Barangay Sebaste is one of the administrative divisions of Western Visayas. It had a population of 2,677 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Aquilino Lamata Galve(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sebaste · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Sebaste
Situated in Sibunag, Guimaras, Barangay Sebaste is one of 14 barangays that make up the municipality within Western Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sebaste had a population of 2,677. This made it the 1st largest of 14 barangays in Sibunag by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sebaste accounted for approximately 11.25% of the total population of Sibunag, which stood at 23,787 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,587 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,677 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +3.5%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Sebaste is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sibunag is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sebaste, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Guimaras, which contains 98 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sebaste ranks 19th by 2024 POPCEN population. Guimaras 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 Sebaste 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 Sibunag 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 Sebaste from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,362
—
—
2020 CPH
2,587
+225
+9.5%
2024 POPCEN
2,677
+90
+3.5%
2015–2020: +9.5% total (+1.84%/yr).2020–2024: +3.5% total (+0.86%/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 Sibunag
1stof 14
Among the top 10% of Sibunag by population.
Share of Sibunag
11.3%
of the municipality's total 23,787 residents.
Rank in Guimaras
19thof 98
Province-wide percentile: 82.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Sibunag (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 Sebaste
Where is Barangay Sebaste located?▾
Barangay Sebaste is a barangay in the municipality of Sibunag, Guimaras, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sebaste hall?▾
Barangay Sebaste is located in Sibunag, Guimaras, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sebaste?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Sebaste is Aquilino Lamata Galve (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sebaste?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Sebaste is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Sibunag LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Sebaste part of?▾
Barangay Sebaste is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Sibunag, Guimaras, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sebaste urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sebaste 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 Sibunag?▾
Sibunag 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 Sebaste.
Has the population of Barangay Sebaste been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sebaste went from 2,587 residents to 2,677 — a change of +3.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Sebaste in?▾
Barangay Sebaste is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Guimaras, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Sibunag.
How many barangays are in Sibunag?▾
Sibunag has 14 barangays, including Barangay Sebaste. You can browse the full list on our Sibunag page.
How many residents does Barangay Sebaste have?▾
Barangay Sebaste had a population of 2,677 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sebaste?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sibunag is 5048. 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 Sebaste, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sebaste 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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