Located in Tagana-An, Surigao Del Norte, Barangay Lower Libas is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Tagana-An. It had a population of 1,079 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Alberto Pucot Reformina JR(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lower Libas · Data updated 2026-05-31
About Barangay Lower Libas
Barangay Lower Libas is a small barangay in the municipality of Tagana-An, 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 Lower Libas had a population of 1,079. This made it the 7th largest of 14 barangays in Tagana-An by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lower Libas accounted for approximately 5.94% of the total population of Tagana-An, which stood at 18,158 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Lower Libas moved from 1,008 residents to 1,079, an intercensal change of +7.0%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Lower Libas is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tagana-An is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lower Libas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lower Libas ranks 159th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Lower Libas is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Tagana-An 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 Lower Libas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
841
—
—
2020 CPH
1,008
+167
+19.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,079
+71
+7.0%
2015–2020: +19.9% total (+3.69%/yr).2020–2024: +7.0% total (+1.72%/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 Tagana-An
7thof 14
Among the upper half of Tagana-An by population.
Share of Tagana-An
5.9%
of the municipality's total 18,158 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
159thof 335
Province-wide percentile: 53.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tagana-An (municipality) class
5th*
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 Lower Libas
Where is Barangay Lower Libas located?▾
Barangay Lower Libas is a barangay in the municipality of Tagana-An, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lower Libas hall?▾
Barangay Lower Libas is located in Tagana-An, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Libas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Libas is Alberto Pucot Reformina JR (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lower Libas?▾
You can contact Barangay Lower Libas via phone at 09858244809.
What municipality is Barangay Lower Libas part of?▾
Barangay Lower Libas is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Tagana-An, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lower Libas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lower Libas 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 Tagana-An?▾
Tagana-An is classified as a 5th* 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 Lower Libas.
Has the population of Barangay Lower Libas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lower Libas went from 1,008 residents to 1,079 — a change of +7.0% 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 Lower Libas in?▾
Barangay Lower Libas 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 Tagana-An.
How many barangays are in Tagana-An?▾
Tagana-An has 14 barangays, including Barangay Lower Libas. You can browse the full list on our Tagana-An page.
How many residents does Barangay Lower Libas have?▾
Barangay Lower Libas had a population of 1,079 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lower Libas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tagana-An is 8403. 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 Lower Libas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lower Libas was last updated on 2026-05-31. 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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