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Punong Barangay
Victoria Advincula Abad(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Malbog · Data updated 2026-07-02
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+38.5% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Malbog from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
930
—
—
2020 CPH
1,125
+195
+21.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,288
+163
+14.5%
2015–2020: +21.0% total (+3.88%/yr).2020–2024: +14.5% total (+3.44%/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 Tolosa
7thof 15
Among the upper half of Tolosa by population.
Share of Tolosa
5.9%
of the municipality's total 22,016 residents.
Rank in Leyte
511thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 69.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tolosa (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 Malbog
Barangay Malbog is a small barangay in the municipality of Tolosa, located in the province of Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Malbog had a population of 1,288. This made it the 7th largest of 15 barangays in Tolosa by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Malbog accounted for approximately 5.85% of the total population of Tolosa, which stood at 22,016 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 1,125 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,288 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +14.5%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Malbog is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tolosa is a municipality of 15 barangays, of which Barangay Malbog is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Malbog ranks 511th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte is classified as a 1st 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 Tolosa 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 Malbog
Where is Barangay Malbog located?▾
Barangay Malbog is a barangay in the municipality of Tolosa, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Malbog hall?▾
Barangay Malbog is located in Tolosa, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Malbog?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Malbog is Victoria Advincula Abad (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Malbog?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Malbog is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tolosa LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Malbog part of?▾
Barangay Malbog is one of 15 barangays in the municipality of Tolosa, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Malbog urban or rural?▾
Barangay Malbog 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 Tolosa?▾
Tolosa 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 Malbog.
Has the population of Barangay Malbog been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Malbog went from 1,125 residents to 1,288 — a change of +14.5% 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 Malbog in?▾
Barangay Malbog is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 15 barangays administered by Tolosa.
How many barangays are in Tolosa?▾
Tolosa has 15 barangays, including Barangay Malbog. You can browse the full list on our Tolosa page.
How many residents does Barangay Malbog have?▾
Barangay Malbog had a population of 1,288 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Malbog?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tolosa is 6503. 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 Malbog, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Malbog was last updated on 2026-07-02. 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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