Barangay San Roque is a local government unit in Tunga, Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,389 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Efren Costelo Cañon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Roque · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay San Roque
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay San Roque is one of the administrative divisions of Tunga in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Roque had a population of 1,389. This made it the 1st largest of 8 barangays in Tunga by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay San Roque accounted for approximately 16.73% of the total population of Tunga, which stood at 8,301 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 San Roque changed from 1,359 to 1,389, a shift of +2.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Tunga. Barangay San Roque is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Tunga is a municipality comprising 8 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay San Roque, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay San Roque ranks 464th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay San Roque is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Tunga 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 San Roque from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,059
—
—
2020 CPH
1,359
+300
+28.3%
2024 POPCEN
1,389
+30
+2.2%
2015–2020: +28.3% total (+5.12%/yr).2020–2024: +2.2% total (+0.55%/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 Tunga
1stof 8
Among the top 10% of Tunga by population.
Share of Tunga
16.7%
of the municipality's total 8,301 residents.
Rank in Leyte
464thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 72.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Tunga (municipality) class
6th*
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay San Roque
Where is Barangay San Roque located?▾
Barangay San Roque is a barangay in the municipality of Tunga, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Roque hall?▾
Barangay San Roque is located in Tunga, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay San Roque?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay San Roque is Efren Costelo Cañon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay San Roque?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay San Roque is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Tunga LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay San Roque part of?▾
Barangay San Roque is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Tunga, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Roque urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Roque is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Tunga?▾
Tunga is classified as a 6th* 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 San Roque.
Has the population of Barangay San Roque been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Roque went from 1,359 residents to 1,389 — a change of +2.2% 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 San Roque in?▾
Barangay San Roque 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 8 barangays administered by Tunga.
How many barangays are in Tunga?▾
Tunga has 8 barangays, including Barangay San Roque. You can browse the full list on our Tunga page.
How many residents does Barangay San Roque have?▾
Barangay San Roque had a population of 1,389 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Roque?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Tunga is 6528. 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 San Roque, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Roque was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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