Barangay Cabuling is a local government unit in Tantangan, South Cotabato, in the SOCCSKSARGEN region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,447 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Zandro Porras Cataluña(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cabuling · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Cabuling
Barangay Cabuling is a mid-sized barangay in the municipality of Tantangan, located in the province of South Cotabato, in the SOCCSKSARGEN region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cabuling had a population of 2,447. This made it the 9th largest of 13 barangays in Tantangan by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cabuling accounted for approximately 5.04% of the total population of Tantangan, which stood at 48,570 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Cabuling moved from 2,122 residents to 2,447, an intercensal change of +15.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Cabuling is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tantangan is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cabuling, 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 Cabuling ranks 175th 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 Cabuling 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 Tantangan 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 Cabuling from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,497
—
—
2020 CPH
2,122
-375
-15.0%
2024 POPCEN
2,447
+325
+15.3%
2015–2020: -15.0% total (-3.20%/yr).2020–2024: +15.3% total (+3.63%/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 Tantangan
9thof 13
Among the lower half of Tantangan by population.
Share of Tantangan
5.0%
of the municipality's total 48,570 residents.
Rank in South Cotabato
175thof 225
Province-wide percentile: 23.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Tantangan (municipality) class
3rd
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 Cabuling
Where is Barangay Cabuling located?▾
Barangay Cabuling is a barangay in the municipality of Tantangan, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cabuling hall?▾
Barangay Cabuling is located in Tantangan, South Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cabuling?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cabuling is Zandro Porras Cataluña (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cabuling?▾
You can contact Barangay Cabuling via phone at 877-5988.
What municipality is Barangay Cabuling part of?▾
Barangay Cabuling is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Tantangan, South Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cabuling urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cabuling 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 Tantangan?▾
Tantangan is classified as a 3rd 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 Cabuling.
Has the population of Barangay Cabuling been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cabuling went from 2,122 residents to 2,447 — a change of +15.3% 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 Cabuling in?▾
Barangay Cabuling 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 13 barangays administered by Tantangan.
How many barangays are in Tantangan?▾
Tantangan has 13 barangays, including Barangay Cabuling. You can browse the full list on our Tantangan page.
How many residents does Barangay Cabuling have?▾
Barangay Cabuling had a population of 2,447 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cabuling?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tantangan is 9510. 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 Cabuling, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cabuling 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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