Located in Silvino Lobos, Northern Samar, Barangay Balud is one of 26 barangays in the municipality of Silvino Lobos. It had a population of 352 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Perlito Casaljay Dela Cruz SR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Balud · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Balud
Classified as a very small barangay, Barangay Balud is one of the administrative divisions of Silvino Lobos in Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Balud had a population of 352. This made it the 17th largest of 26 barangays in Silvino Lobos by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Balud accounted for approximately 2.27% of the total population of Silvino Lobos, which stood at 15,512 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 297 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 352 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +18.5%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Balud is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Silvino Lobos is a municipality comprising 26 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Balud, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Northern Samar, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Balud ranks 499th by 2024 POPCEN population. Northern Samar is classified as a 2nd 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 Silvino Lobos 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 Balud from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
288
—
—
2020 CPH
297
+9
+3.1%
2024 POPCEN
352
+55
+18.5%
2015–2020: +3.1% total (+0.62%/yr).2020–2024: +18.5% total (+4.34%/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 Silvino Lobos
17thof 26
Among the lower half of Silvino Lobos by population.
Share of Silvino Lobos
2.3%
of the municipality's total 15,512 residents.
Rank in Northern Samar
499thof 569
Province-wide percentile: 12.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Silvino Lobos (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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Balud in Silvino Lobos during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Balud
Where is Barangay Balud located?▾
Barangay Balud is a barangay in the municipality of Silvino Lobos, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Balud hall?▾
Barangay Balud is located in Silvino Lobos, Northern Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Balud?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Balud is Perlito Casaljay Dela Cruz SR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Balud?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Balud is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Silvino Lobos LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Balud part of?▾
Barangay Balud is one of 26 barangays in the municipality of Silvino Lobos, Northern Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Balud urban or rural?▾
Barangay Balud 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 Silvino Lobos?▾
Silvino Lobos 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 Balud.
Has the population of Barangay Balud been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Balud went from 297 residents to 352 — a change of +18.5% 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 Balud in?▾
Barangay Balud is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Northern Samar, and is one of 26 barangays administered by Silvino Lobos.
How many barangays are in Silvino Lobos?▾
Silvino Lobos has 26 barangays, including Barangay Balud. You can browse the full list on our Silvino Lobos page.
How many residents does Barangay Balud have?▾
Barangay Balud had a population of 352 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Balud?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Silvino Lobos is 6414. 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 Balud, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Balud 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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