Barangay Babag is a local government unit in Tabuan-Lasa, Basilan, in the BARMM region of the Philippines. It had a population of 3,863 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Barangay Babag is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Tabuan-Lasa, located in the province of Basilan, in the BARMM region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Babag had a population of 3,863. This made it the 3rd largest of 12 barangays in Tabuan-Lasa by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Babag accounted for approximately 9.91% of the total population of Tabuan-Lasa, which stood at 38,964 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Barangay Babag is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tabuan-Lasa is a municipality comprising 12 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Babag, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Basilan, which contains 210 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Babag ranks 31st by 2024 POPCEN population.
Barangay Babag 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 Tabuan-Lasa 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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Among the top quartile of Tabuan-Lasa by population.
Share of Tabuan-Lasa
9.9%
of the municipality's total 38,964 residents.
Rank in Basilan
31stof 210
Province-wide percentile: 86.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
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 Babag in Tabuan-Lasa during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Babag
Where is Barangay Babag located?▾
Barangay Babag is a barangay in the municipality of Tabuan-Lasa, Basilan, BARMM, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Babag hall?▾
Barangay Babag is located in Tabuan-Lasa, Basilan, BARMM, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Babag?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Babag is Markandi Hataman Masarani (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Babag?▾
You can contact Barangay Babag via phone at 09065720061.
What municipality is Barangay Babag part of?▾
Barangay Babag is one of 12 barangays in the municipality of Tabuan-Lasa, Basilan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Babag urban or rural?▾
Barangay Babag 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 region of the Philippines is Barangay Babag in?▾
Barangay Babag is part of the BARMM administrative region of the Philippines. Within BARMM, the barangay falls under the province of Basilan, and is one of 12 barangays administered by Tabuan-Lasa.
How many barangays are in Tabuan-Lasa?▾
Tabuan-Lasa has 12 barangays, including Barangay Babag. You can browse the full list on our Tabuan-Lasa page.
How many residents does Barangay Babag have?▾
Barangay Babag had a population of 3,863 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Babag 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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Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-25.
