Barangay Southern Poblacion is a barangay in Tudela, Cebu, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Tudela. It had a population of 873 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Tudela. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Melchisedec Rojas Loon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Southern Poblacion · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Southern Poblacion
Barangay Southern Poblacion forms part of Tudela, a municipality in Cebu, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Southern Poblacion had a population of 873. This made it the 6th largest of 11 barangays in Tudela by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Southern Poblacion accounted for approximately 7.50% of the total population of Tudela, which stood at 11,638 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Southern Poblacion moved from 745 residents to 873, an intercensal change of +17.2%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Southern Poblacion is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Tudela is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Southern Poblacion, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Southern Poblacion ranks 1046th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Southern Poblacion 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 Tudela 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 Southern Poblacion from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
763
—
—
2020 CPH
745
-18
-2.4%
2024 POPCEN
873
+128
+17.2%
2015–2020: -2.4% total (-0.48%/yr).2020–2024: +17.2% total (+4.04%/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 Tudela
6thof 11
Among the upper half of Tudela by population.
Share of Tudela
7.5%
of the municipality's total 11,638 residents.
Rank in Cebu
1046thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 13.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tudela (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.
What you can request at Barangay Southern Poblacion
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Southern Poblacion in Tudela 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.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Southern Poblacion
Where is Barangay Southern Poblacion located?▾
Barangay Southern Poblacion is a barangay in the municipality of Tudela, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Southern Poblacion hall?▾
Barangay Southern Poblacion is located in Tudela, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Southern Poblacion?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Southern Poblacion is Melchisedec Rojas Loon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Southern Poblacion?▾
You can contact Barangay Southern Poblacion via phone at 09616965771.
What municipality is Barangay Southern Poblacion part of?▾
Barangay Southern Poblacion is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Tudela, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Southern Poblacion urban or rural?▾
Barangay Southern Poblacion 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 Tudela?▾
Tudela 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 Southern Poblacion.
Has the population of Barangay Southern Poblacion been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Southern Poblacion went from 745 residents to 873 — a change of +17.2% 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 Southern Poblacion in?▾
Barangay Southern Poblacion is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Tudela.
How many barangays are in Tudela?▾
Tudela has 11 barangays, including Barangay Southern Poblacion. You can browse the full list on our Tudela page.
How many residents does Barangay Southern Poblacion have?▾
Barangay Southern Poblacion had a population of 873 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Southern Poblacion?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tudela is 6051. 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 Southern Poblacion, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Southern Poblacion 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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