Situated in the municipality of Surallah, South Cotabato, Barangay Lamian is one of the administrative divisions of SOCCSKSARGEN. It had a population of 3,866 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Orlando Mission Amar(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lamian · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Lamian
Barangay Lamian forms part of Surallah, a municipality in South Cotabato, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lamian had a population of 3,866. This made it the 10th largest of 17 barangays in Surallah by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lamian accounted for approximately 4.23% of the total population of Surallah, which stood at 91,412 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 Lamian changed from 4,429 to 3,866, a shift of -12.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Surallah. Barangay Lamian is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Surallah is a municipality comprising 17 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lamian, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of South Cotabato, which contains 225 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lamian ranks 118th by 2024 POPCEN population. South Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Lamian is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Surallah 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 Lamian from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
5,003
—
—
2020 CPH
4,429
-574
-11.5%
2024 POPCEN
3,866
-563
-12.7%
2015–2020: -11.5% total (-2.41%/yr).2020–2024: -12.7% total (-3.34%/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 Surallah
10thof 17
Among the lower half of Surallah by population.
Share of Surallah
4.2%
of the municipality's total 91,412 residents.
Rank in South Cotabato
118thof 225
Province-wide percentile: 48.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Surallah (municipality) class
1st
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 Lamian
Where is Barangay Lamian located?▾
Barangay Lamian is a barangay in the municipality of Surallah, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lamian hall?▾
Barangay Lamian is located in Surallah, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lamian?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lamian is Orlando Mission Amar (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lamian?▾
You can contact Barangay Lamian via phone at 09659316496.
What municipality is Barangay Lamian part of?▾
Barangay Lamian is one of 17 barangays in the municipality of Surallah, South Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lamian urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lamian 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 Surallah?▾
Surallah is classified as a 1st 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 Lamian.
Has the population of Barangay Lamian been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lamian went from 4,429 residents to 3,866 — a change of -12.7% 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 Lamian in?▾
Barangay Lamian is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of South Cotabato, and is one of 17 barangays administered by Surallah.
How many barangays are in Surallah?▾
Surallah has 17 barangays, including Barangay Lamian. You can browse the full list on our Surallah page.
How many residents does Barangay Lamian have?▾
Barangay Lamian had a population of 3,866 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lamian?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Surallah is 9512. 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 Lamian, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lamian 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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