Sominot · Zamboanga Del Sur
Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta
Situated in the municipality of Sominot, Zamboanga Del Sur, Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 610 in the 2020 census.
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Population & Statistics
2020 census data
- Population (2020)
- 610
- Population (2015)
- 581
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- +5.0%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta is one of the administrative divisions of Sominot in Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2020 Philippine census, Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta had a population of 610. This made it the 14th largest of 18 barangays in Sominot by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta accounted for approximately 3.20% of the total population of Sominot, which stood at 19,061 in the same census year.
The barangay recorded 581 residents in the 2015 intercensal count and 610 residents in the 2020 Census — a net change of +5.0%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Sominot is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Sur, which contains 779 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta ranks 558th by 2020 population. Zamboanga Del Sur is classified as a 1st 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.
City / Municipality
Sominot (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
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- 0000000
- Punong Barangay
- Jeffrey Dapanas Gutual(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Alma Parohinog Sarabia
- Barangay Treasurer
- Daylinda Babanto Lagas
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • James Dago-oc Banac
- • Romulo Jr Mag-usara Amora
- • Alan Serino Babanto
- • Efifanio Jr Mag-usara Guingguing
- • Merlyn Dimpaso Parohinog
- • Rosalina Mag-usara Amora
- • Nechil Banac Sevilla
Other Barangays in Sominot
Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta
Where is Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta located?▾
Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta is a barangay in the municipality of Sominot, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta hall?▾
Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta is located in Sominot, Zamboanga Del Sur, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta is Jeffrey Dapanas Gutual (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta?▾
You can contact Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta via phone at 0000000.
What municipality is Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta part of?▾
Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of Sominot, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Bag-ong Oroquieta
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.