Barangay Basil is a local government unit in Tublay, Benguet, in the CAR region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,415 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Lito Cando Mateo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Basil · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+10.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Basil from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,278
—
—
2020 CPH
1,302
+24
+1.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,415
+113
+8.7%
2015–2020: +1.9% total (+0.37%/yr).2020–2024: +8.7% total (+2.10%/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 Tublay
5thof 8
Among the upper half of Tublay by population.
Share of Tublay
6.8%
of the municipality's total 20,886 residents.
Rank in Benguet
184thof 269
Province-wide percentile: 32.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tublay (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 Basil
Barangay Basil forms part of Tublay, a municipality in Benguet, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Basil had a population of 1,415. This made it the 5th largest of 8 barangays in Tublay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Basil accounted for approximately 6.77% of the total population of Tublay, which stood at 20,886 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 Basil changed from 1,302 to 1,415, a shift of +8.7% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Tublay. Barangay Basil is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tublay is a municipality of 8 barangays, of which Barangay Basil is one. Within the wider province of Benguet, which contains 269 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Basil ranks 184th by 2024 POPCEN population. Benguet is classified as a 2nd 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 Tublay 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 Basil
Where is Barangay Basil located?▾
Barangay Basil is a barangay in the municipality of Tublay, Benguet, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Basil hall?▾
Barangay Basil is located in Tublay, Benguet, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Basil?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Basil is Lito Cando Mateo (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Basil?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Basil is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tublay LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Basil part of?▾
Barangay Basil is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Tublay, Benguet, Philippines.
Is Barangay Basil urban or rural?▾
Barangay Basil 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 Tublay?▾
Tublay 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 Basil.
Has the population of Barangay Basil been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Basil went from 1,302 residents to 1,415 — a change of +8.7% 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 Basil in?▾
Barangay Basil is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Benguet, and is one of 8 barangays administered by Tublay.
How many barangays are in Tublay?▾
Tublay has 8 barangays, including Barangay Basil. You can browse the full list on our Tublay page.
How many residents does Barangay Basil have?▾
Barangay Basil had a population of 1,415 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Basil?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tublay is 2615. 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 Basil, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Basil was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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