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Punong Barangay
Joseph Bagabag Tejero(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bumagcat · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+10.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Bumagcat from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
764
—
—
2020 CPH
830
+66
+8.6%
2024 POPCEN
842
+12
+1.4%
2015–2020: +8.6% total (+1.67%/yr).2020–2024: +1.4% total (+0.36%/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 Tayum
11thof 11
Among the smaller barangays of Tayum by population.
Share of Tayum
5.7%
of the municipality's total 14,808 residents.
Rank in Abra
111thof 303
Province-wide percentile: 64.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Tayum (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.
About Barangay Bumagcat
Barangay Bumagcat forms part of Tayum, a municipality in Abra, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bumagcat had a population of 842. This made it the 11th largest of 11 barangays in Tayum by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bumagcat accounted for approximately 5.69% of the total population of Tayum, which stood at 14,808 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 Bumagcat changed from 830 to 842, a shift of +1.4% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Tayum. Barangay Bumagcat is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tayum is a municipality of 11 barangays, of which Barangay Bumagcat is one. Within the wider province of Abra, which contains 303 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bumagcat ranks 111th by 2024 POPCEN population. Abra is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Tayum 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bumagcat
Where is Barangay Bumagcat located?▾
Barangay Bumagcat is a barangay in the municipality of Tayum, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bumagcat hall?▾
Barangay Bumagcat is located in Tayum, Abra, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bumagcat?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Bumagcat is Joseph Bagabag Tejero (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Bumagcat?▾
You can contact Barangay Bumagcat via phone at 09675433504.
What municipality is Barangay Bumagcat part of?▾
Barangay Bumagcat is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Tayum, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bumagcat urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bumagcat 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 Tayum?▾
Tayum 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 Bumagcat.
Has the population of Barangay Bumagcat been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bumagcat went from 830 residents to 842 — a change of +1.4% 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 Bumagcat in?▾
Barangay Bumagcat is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Abra, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Tayum.
How many barangays are in Tayum?▾
Tayum has 11 barangays, including Barangay Bumagcat. You can browse the full list on our Tayum page.
How many residents does Barangay Bumagcat have?▾
Barangay Bumagcat had a population of 842 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bumagcat?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tayum is 2803. 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 Bumagcat, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bumagcat was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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