Located in Talakag, Bukidnon, Barangay Cosina is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Talakag. It had a population of 3,455 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Elmer Samontao Yanga-on(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cosina · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Cosina
Barangay Cosina forms part of Talakag, a municipality in Bukidnon, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cosina had a population of 3,455. This made it the 9th largest of 29 barangays in Talakag by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cosina accounted for approximately 4.22% of the total population of Talakag, which stood at 81,932 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Cosina moved from 3,399 residents to 3,455, an intercensal change of +1.6%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Cosina is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Talakag is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cosina, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bukidnon, which contains 464 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cosina ranks 140th by 2024 POPCEN population. Bukidnon is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Cosina 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 Talakag 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 Cosina from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,340
—
—
2020 CPH
3,399
+59
+1.8%
2024 POPCEN
3,455
+56
+1.6%
2015–2020: +1.8% total (+0.35%/yr).2020–2024: +1.6% total (+0.41%/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 Talakag
9thof 29
Among the upper half of Talakag by population.
Share of Talakag
4.2%
of the municipality's total 81,932 residents.
Rank in Bukidnon
140thof 464
Province-wide percentile: 70.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Talakag (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 Cosina
Where is Barangay Cosina located?▾
Barangay Cosina is a barangay in the municipality of Talakag, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cosina hall?▾
Barangay Cosina is located in Talakag, Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cosina?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cosina is Elmer Samontao Yanga-on (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cosina?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Cosina is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Talakag LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Cosina part of?▾
Barangay Cosina is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Talakag, Bukidnon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cosina urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cosina 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 Talakag?▾
Talakag 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 Cosina.
Has the population of Barangay Cosina been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cosina went from 3,399 residents to 3,455 — a change of +1.6% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Cosina in?▾
Barangay Cosina is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Bukidnon, and is one of 29 barangays administered by Talakag.
How many barangays are in Talakag?▾
Talakag has 29 barangays, including Barangay Cosina. You can browse the full list on our Talakag page.
How many residents does Barangay Cosina have?▾
Barangay Cosina had a population of 3,455 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cosina?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Talakag is 8708. 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 Cosina, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cosina 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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