Barangay Bucana is a local government unit in Ternate, Cavite, in the CALABARZON region of the Philippines. It had a population of 814 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for Ternate. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Gomez Bengo Linayao Jr(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Bucana · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Bucana
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Bucana is one of the administrative divisions of Ternate in Cavite, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Bucana had a population of 814. This made it the 10th largest of 10 barangays in Ternate by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Bucana accounted for approximately 3.27% of the total population of Ternate, which stood at 24,891 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,111 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 814 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -26.7%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Bucana is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Ternate is a municipality comprising 10 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Bucana, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cavite, which contains 829 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Bucana ranks 745th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cavite is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Ternate 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 Bucana from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
855
—
—
2020 CPH
1,111
+256
+29.9%
2024 POPCEN
814
-297
-26.7%
2015–2020: +29.9% total (+5.38%/yr).2020–2024: -26.7% total (-7.48%/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 Ternate
10thof 10
Among the smaller barangays of Ternate by population.
Share of Ternate
3.3%
of the municipality's total 24,891 residents.
Rank in Cavite
745thof 829
Province-wide percentile: 10.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Ternate (municipality) class
4th
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Bucana in Ternate 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Bucana
Where is Barangay Bucana located?▾
Barangay Bucana is a barangay in the municipality of Ternate, Cavite, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Bucana hall?▾
Barangay Bucana is located in Ternate, Cavite, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Bucana?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Bucana is Gomez Bengo Linayao Jr (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Bucana?▾
You can contact Barangay Bucana via phone at 09605658551.
What municipality is Barangay Bucana part of?▾
Barangay Bucana is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of Ternate, Cavite, Philippines.
Is Barangay Bucana urban or rural?▾
Barangay Bucana 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 Ternate?▾
Ternate is classified as a 4th 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 Bucana.
Has the population of Barangay Bucana been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Bucana went from 1,111 residents to 814 — a change of -26.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Bucana in?▾
Barangay Bucana is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Cavite, and is one of 10 barangays administered by Ternate.
How many barangays are in Ternate?▾
Ternate has 10 barangays, including Barangay Bucana. You can browse the full list on our Ternate page.
How many residents does Barangay Bucana have?▾
Barangay Bucana had a population of 814 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Bucana?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Ternate is 4111. 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 Bucana, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Bucana 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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