Located in Socorro, Surigao Del Norte, Barangay Santa Cruz is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Socorro. It had a population of 462 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Edgardo Escultura Golandrina(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santa Cruz · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+3.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Santa Cruz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
445
—
—
2020 CPH
493
+48
+10.8%
2024 POPCEN
462
-31
-6.3%
2015–2020: +10.8% total (+2.07%/yr).2020–2024: -6.3% total (-1.61%/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 Socorro
13thof 14
Among the smaller barangays of Socorro by population.
Share of Socorro
1.6%
of the municipality's total 28,436 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
291stof 335
Province-wide percentile: 13.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Socorro (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.
About Barangay Santa Cruz
Barangay Santa Cruz is a very small barangay in the municipality of Socorro, located in the province of Surigao Del Norte, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santa Cruz had a population of 462. This made it the 13th largest of 14 barangays in Socorro by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santa Cruz accounted for approximately 1.62% of the total population of Socorro, which stood at 28,436 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 Santa Cruz changed from 493 to 462, a shift of -6.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Socorro. Barangay Santa Cruz is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Socorro is a municipality of 14 barangays, of which Barangay Santa Cruz is one. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Santa Cruz ranks 291st by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Socorro 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Santa Cruz
Where is Barangay Santa Cruz located?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is a barangay in the municipality of Socorro, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santa Cruz hall?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is located in Socorro, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Santa Cruz is Edgardo Escultura Golandrina (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Santa Cruz is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Socorro LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Santa Cruz part of?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Socorro, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santa Cruz urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz 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 Socorro?▾
Socorro 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 Santa Cruz.
Has the population of Barangay Santa Cruz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santa Cruz went from 493 residents to 462 — a change of -6.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Santa Cruz in?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Socorro.
How many barangays are in Socorro?▾
Socorro has 14 barangays, including Barangay Santa Cruz. You can browse the full list on our Socorro page.
How many residents does Barangay Santa Cruz have?▾
Barangay Santa Cruz had a population of 462 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santa Cruz?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Socorro is 8416. 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 Santa Cruz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santa Cruz was last updated on 2026-07-02. 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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